JP7381105B2 - gaming machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine typified by a pachinko gaming machine.

Conventionally, regardless of whether or not there is a jackpot game execution (privilege) after the execution of a special symbol variation performance (special symbol variation production), small symbols are displayed at a predetermined timing during the execution of the special symbol variation production. 2. Description of the Related Art Gaming machines that display a stopped display are known (for example, the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1).

JP2019-081020A

However, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 has room for improvement from the viewpoint of improving the interest of the performance.

The gaming machine disclosed herein is
special symbol display means that stops displaying the special symbol after varying the display;
A display section;
a benefit granting means for granting advantageous benefits to players;
A performance execution means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A special symbol variation effect can be executed on the display section along with the variable display of the special symbol,
During execution of the special symbol variation performance, the first image can be displayed on the display unit in a variable manner and then stopped;
A second image can be displayed on the display unit,
During execution of the special symbol fluctuation performance, there are times when the first image being displayed in a fluctuating manner switches from a fluctuating display to a static display and times when the first image does not switch at a timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit,
When the stop display of the special symbol by the special symbol display means is in a first stop mode, the benefit is given to the player, and when the stop display of the special symbol is in a second stop mode, the benefit is not given to the player; When the first image does not switch from the fluctuating display to the static display at the timing when the second image is displayed while the special symbol fluctuating effect is being executed in conjunction with the fluctuating display of the special symbol in which the static display becomes the first halting mode. There is,
During execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image is not switched from variable display to stationary display at the timing when the second image is displayed, the benefit is provided thereafter.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of gaming through performance.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing the types of gaming states, and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the types of jackpot games. (A) is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game, (B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small win game, and (C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. It is an explanatory diagram showing the types of production modes. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SPSP reach of special figure fluctuation production. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold effect. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of parts related to control of the gaming machine. This is a specific example of a variation pattern determination table. This is a specific example of a look-ahead determination table. This is a specific example of a symbol determination table. (A) A jackpot game control table of the first embodiment, and (B) a small win game control table of the first embodiment. (A) A jackpot determination table of the first embodiment, and (B) a hit type determination table of the first embodiment. It is a fluctuation pattern determination table at the 2nd starting port of 1st Embodiment. It is a table showing the distribution rate of the fluctuation pattern of the first embodiment. It is a table showing the distribution rate of the fluctuation pattern of the first embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation and reach in the special figure variation production of the first embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a special reach in the special figure variation performance of the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a special display effect of the first embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing right hit promotion performance in special figure fluctuation performance of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram showing a timing chart including a special figure variation effect of a 1st embodiment.

Examples of embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In each referenced figure, the same parts are given the same reference numerals, and overlapping explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, in order to simplify the description, by writing symbols or codes that refer to information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc., the names of the information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc. for the symbols or codes may be omitted or May be abbreviated. Further, when there is an arbitrary flowchart described below, in the flowchart, the execution order of the plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel as long as there is no inconsistency in the processing contents.

The first embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described later, but first, basic embodiment 1 and basic embodiment 2, which are the basis of the first embodiment, will be described. In Basic Embodiment 1 and Basic Embodiment 2, the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to Pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Furthermore, "front" is the direction from the pachinko machine PY1 toward the player facing the pachinko machine PY1, and "back" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko machine PY1 toward the pachinko machine PY1. shall be.

<Basic embodiment 1>
1. Structure of the gaming machine First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 1. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

The pachinko game machine PY1 includes an outer frame 22 attached to an island structure of a pachinko hall, and a front door 23 attached to the outer frame 22 so as to be openable and closable. The front door 23 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board 1 is mounted, and a front frame 23m that is attached to the game board mounting frame 2A so as to be openable and closable. Further, the front frame 23m includes a transparent plate 23t having transparency, and it is possible to visually recognize the game board 1 from the front (player side) via the transparent plate 23t.

The front door 23 also includes an upper tray 34 for storing game balls, and a handle 72k for shooting game balls onto the game board 1. The upper tray 34 is installed at the lower part of the front door 23 and stores game balls to be supplied to the handle 72k. The handle 72k is installed at the lower right part of the front door 23, and when the player operates the handle 72k, game balls stored in the upper tray 34 are launched onto the game board 1.

The front door 23 also includes a speaker 52 that can output a predetermined sound, a frame lamp 53 that can emit light in a predetermined color, and a frame movable body 58k that can operate in a predetermined operation mode. The speakers 52 are installed at the upper left and upper right of the front door 23, and output, for example, BGM (back ground music), sound effects, and the like. The frame lamps 53 are installed on the left and right sides of the front door 23 around the transparent plate 23t, and are composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). The frame movable body 58k is installed above the front door 23. Further, the frame movable body 58k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, as shown in FIG. 1, for example. Note that the movement of the frame movable body 58k may be other than vertical movement.

The front door 23 also includes a normal button 40 that can be operated by the player, and a special button 41 that can be operated by the player. The normal button 40 and the special button 41 are comprised of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a gripping part, and the like. The normal button 40 includes a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined color and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration manner, and is configured to be able to emit light using the lamp. It is configured to be able to vibrate using a vibration motor. On the other hand, the special button 41 includes a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined color and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration manner, and is configured to be able to emit light using the lamp. In addition, it is configured to be able to vibrate using a vibration motor. Note that the normal button 40 or the special button 41 may be configured to be operable in a predetermined operation mode (for example, rotation, protrusion, etc.), or may be configured as a cross key, a touch panel, etc. .

2. Structure of Game Board Next, the structure of the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A will be explained using FIG. 2. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 1.

The game board 1 includes a game area 6 into which game balls shot by operating the handle 72k can flow down (fall). In the game area 6, a game nail (not shown) that changes the downward direction of the game ball is installed, and a winning device that allows the game ball to win (enter or pass) is installed. The winning device includes a general winning hole 10, a first starting hole 11, a second starting hole 12, a gate 13, a first big winning hole 14, and a second big winning hole 15. Each winning device is equipped with a detection sensor that detects entry or passage of a game ball.

The first starting port 11 is installed at the lower part of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter the game ball. When game balls enter the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. Furthermore, when the game ball enters the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, which will be described later. The first starting port 11 is configured such that ease of entry of the game ball remains unchanged.

The second starting port 12 is installed at the lower part of the gaming area 6 and below the first starting port 11 so that game balls can enter the ball. When a game ball enters the second starting port 12, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, one game ball) into the upper tray 34 as a prize ball. Furthermore, when the game ball enters the second starting port 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, in the same way as when the game ball enters the first starting port 11. The second starting port 12, unlike the first starting port 11, includes an opening/closing member 12k and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown) that can be opened and closed. By opening and closing the opening/closing member 12k using an opening/closing solenoid, the pachinko game machine PY1 can be set to a closed state (closed state) in which game balls do not enter the second starting port 12 or are difficult to enter, and a closed state that is lower than the closed state. The second starting port 12 is set to either an open state (open state) in which game balls can easily enter the ball.

The gate 13 is installed on the right side of the game area 6 so that game balls can pass through. When the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, which will be described later. Note that the pachinko game machine PY1 does not pay out prize balls to the upper tray 34 even if the game balls pass through the gate 13.

The first big prize opening 14 is installed at the lower right part of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter the game ball. When a game ball enters the first big winning hole 14, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. The first big prize opening 14 includes a first opening/closing door 14k that can be opened and closed and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko game machine PY1 opens and closes the first opening/closing door 14k using an opening/closing solenoid, thereby switching between a closed state (closed state) in which a game ball cannot enter the first big prize opening 14 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter the first prize opening 14. Put it in either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible.

The second grand prize opening 15 is installed at the lower right part of the gaming area 6 and below the first grand prize opening 14 so that a game ball can enter. When a game ball enters the second large winning hole 15, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. The second big prize opening 15 includes a second opening/closing door 15k that can be opened and closed and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). By opening and closing the second opening/closing door 15k using an opening/closing solenoid, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can be switched between a closed state (closed state) in which a game ball cannot enter the second grand prize opening 15 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter. Put it in either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible.

The general prize opening 10 is installed at the lower left and lower right of the gaming area 6 so that game balls can enter. When game balls enter the general winning hole 10, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, five) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34.

In addition, an out port 19 is installed at the bottom of the gaming area 6, and any of the general winning port 10, the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the first big winning port 14, and the second big winning port 15 is installed. Game balls that have not won a prize are discharged from the pachinko game machine PY1 through the outlet 19.

The game board 1 also includes an image display device 50 that can display a predetermined effect display, a board lamp 54 that can emit light in a predetermined color, and a movable body 55k on the board that can operate in a predetermined operation mode. do. The image display device 50 is installed in the center of the game board 1, and includes a display section 50a composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or the like. The panel lamp 54 is installed above the display section 50a, and is composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. The on-board movable body 55k is installed in front of and above the display section 50a. The on-board movable body 55k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, as shown in FIG. 2, for example. Note that the movement of the on-board movable body 55k may be other than vertical movement.

Furthermore, the game board 1 includes display devices 8 for notifying the status of the pachinko game machine PY1. The display devices 8 are installed at the lower left part of the game board 1, and are composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. Pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the gaming status of pachinko gaming machine PY1 (variable display and stop display of special symbols, variable display and stop display of regular symbols, variable display and stop display of regular symbols, 1, number of special drawings 2, number of regular drawings, etc.) are notified to the player.

3. Basic Game Next, the basic game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of executing special figure games and regular figure games using game balls fired by operating the handle 72k.

3-1. Special figure game Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination when a game ball enters the first starting port 11 or a game ball enters the second starting port 12, and acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination. A jackpot determination is made based on. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs variable display of special symbols depending on the result of the jackpot determination. The mode of variable display of the special figure (also referred to as "variable display time") differs depending on the type of variation pattern described below.

The right to receive a jackpot determination is, for example, a random number value, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs the jackpot determination based on the obtained random number value. The jackpot determination is to determine whether or not to play a jackpot game, and when playing a jackpot game, it is determined that the player has won the jackpot, and when playing a small win game, it is determined that the player has won a small win. If you do not do this, you will lose.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 determines a jackpot by hitting the game ball into the first starting hole 11, it displays a first special symbol in a variable manner. The variable display of the first special figure is, for example, a display in which two LEDs at the upper left of the display devices 8 blink. When the variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the first special symbol in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The modes of the stop display of the first special drawing include a mode indicating a jackpot win (for example, two LEDs at the top left are lit) and a mode indicating a small win (for example, only one LED at the top left is lit). , and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only the other LED at the upper left is lit).

On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 determines a jackpot by hitting the game ball into the second starting hole 12, it displays a variable second special symbol. The variable display of the second special figure is, for example, a display in which two LEDs at the lower left of the display device 8 blink. When the variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the second special symbol in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The second special figure can be stopped and displayed in two ways: one that indicates a jackpot win (for example, two LEDs at the bottom left are lit) and one that indicates a small win (for example, only one LED at the bottom left is lit). , and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only the other LED at the lower left is lit).

In addition, if the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead determination described later, and reserves the right to receive the acquired jackpot determination from the special figure 1. be memorized as . On the other hand, if the game ball enters the second starting slot 12 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a pre-read judgment and stores the acquired right to receive the jackpot judgment as special figure 2 reservation. do. The pachinko game machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number of toku-zu 1-reserved and toku-zu 2-reserved (for example, 4 toku 1 and 4 toku 2). The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a jackpot determination for the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold after the special figure is stopped and displayed. In addition, when special figure 1 reservation and special figure 2 reservation are stored at the same time, the jackpot determination for special figure 2 reservation may be performed preferentially, or the jackpot determination for special figure 1 reservation may be performed. The jackpot determination may be performed preferentially, or the jackpot determination may be performed in the order in which they are stored.

Pre-reading judgment is to judge in advance whether or not a jackpot game will be played (whether or not a jackpot will be won in the jackpot judgment) before the jackpot judgment is performed. A pre-read win is assumed, and if a jackpot game is not played, a pre-read non-win is assumed. Note that when multiple types of variation patterns can be determined, a variation pattern preliminary determination may be performed in which a variation pattern to be determined is determined in advance in the pre-read determination.

Pachinko game machine PY1 notifies the player of the number when storing special symbol 1 reservation or special symbol 2 reservation. The number of reserved special figures 1 is notified, for example, by lighting or blinking of the two LEDs at the top of the display 8, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", only one LED lights up and the special figure 1 is not displayed. When the number of 1 reservations is "2", only two LEDs light up, when the number of special symbols 1 reservations is "3", only one LED blinks, and when the number of special symbols 1 reservations is "4", Only two LEDs flash. On the other hand, the number of reserved special drawings 2 is notified by, for example, lighting or blinking of the two LEDs at the middle and lower part of the display device 8, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "1", only one LED lights up, When the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "2", only two LEDs light up, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "3", only one LED blinks, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "4", only one LED lights up. Sometimes only two LEDs flash.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a jackpot game after stopping and displaying the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner indicating a jackpot win. The jackpot game is a game in which a round game in which the first jackpot 14 or the second jackpot 15 is opened is played a plurality of times (for example, 10 times), although the details will be described later. The jackpot game is an advantageous game for the player because an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity for a prize ball) is given by opening the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15. Note that the jackpot game ends when all of the plurality of round games are played.

On the other hand, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a small winning game after stopping and displaying the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner indicating a small winning. The small winning game is a game in which the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds), although the details will be described later. The small winning game is an advantageous game for the player because an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity for a prize ball) is given by opening the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15.

3-2. When a game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, and performs a hit determination based on the acquired right. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of common symbols depending on the result of the hit determination.

The hit determination is to determine whether or not to perform the auxiliary game, and when the auxiliary game is performed, it is determined that the game has won, and when the auxiliary game is not performed, it is determined that the game is a loss.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of common symbols when a winning determination is made based on the winning of a game ball at the gate 13. The variable display of the ordinary map is a display in which a plurality of LEDs at the upper right of the display device 8 blink. When a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the variable display of the regular symbols, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the regular symbols in a manner that indicates the result of the hit determination. There are two modes for displaying the stoppage of the common map: a mode indicating a win (for example, all LEDs are lit) and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only one LED is lit).

Furthermore, when a game ball enters a prize at the gate 13 during the variable display of a common symbol, the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the acquired right to receive a winning determination as a pending common symbol. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of storing up to a predetermined number (for example, 2) of reserved games. After the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the regular game, it performs a hit determination on the pending regular game.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the number of reserved symbols, it notifies the player of the number. The number of reserved maps is notified by lighting up multiple LEDs on the lower right side of the display device 8. For example, when the number of reserved maps is "1", only one LED lights up, and the number of reserved maps is "1". 2'', only two LEDs are lit.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs an auxiliary game after stopping and displaying the normal game in a manner that indicates winning. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened for a predetermined period of time (for example, 3.5 seconds), which will be described in detail later. In the auxiliary game, opening of the second starting port 12 provides an opportunity for the game ball to enter the second starting port 12 (an opportunity for a prize ball, an opportunity to acquire the right to receive a jackpot determination), so the game is It is an advantageous game for everyone.

4. Game State Next, the game state of the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(A). FIG. 3(A) is a diagram showing possible gaming states of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in FIG. 3(A), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a "low probability low base gaming state" (also referred to as "normal gaming state"), a "low probability high ``base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``time-saving gaming state''), ``high probability low base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``probability gaming state''), and ``high probability high base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``probability variable gaming state''). It is possible to make it possible to take any one or more of the four types of gaming states.

The "low probability low base gaming state" is the gaming state in the initial state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the pachinko game machine PY1, the gaming state can be brought to an initial state by operating an initialization switch (also referred to as a "RAM clear switch") (not shown) provided on the back side of the front door 23.

The "low probability high base gaming state" is a gaming state that may occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined time-saving termination condition is satisfied. The predetermined time saving end conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 200 times).

Furthermore, the "low probability high base gaming state" may also be possible when a specific loss occurs in the jackpot determination in the "low probability low base gaming state". A specific loss includes a loss for a specific number of times when all jackpot determinations are a loss for a predetermined specific number of times (for example, 900 times), and a specific percentage of losses in the jackpot determination (for example, 1/200). ) is included. The pachinko game machine PY1 enters a "low probability high base game state" after the end of the variable display of the special symbol that resulted in a specific loss (after the special symbol is stopped and displayed). In this case, the "low probability high base gaming state" also continues until the predetermined time saving termination condition is satisfied, similar to the case where the "low probability high base gaming state" is changed after the jackpot gaming state.

The "high probability low base gaming state" is a gaming state that can occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined probability ending condition is satisfied. The predetermined potential end conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 200 times). Furthermore, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 during the jackpot game, the "high probability low base gaming state" is set. good.

The "high probability high base gaming state" is a gaming state that can occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined variable probability ending condition is satisfied. The predetermined variable probability ending conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100 times). In addition, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 during the jackpot game, the "high probability high base gaming state" is set. good.

"Low probability low base game state" and "low probability high base game state" belong to the normal probability state where the probability of winning a jackpot in the jackpot determination is normal probability (for example, 1/300), and "high probability low base game state" The "state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" belong to a high probability state in which the probability of winning a jackpot in the jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability (for example, 1/30). Therefore, the "high probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are more advantageous to the player than the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "low probability high base gaming state" in terms of jackpot winning probability. It can be said that it is in a gaming state.

In addition, the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state" are states in which the game ball does not enter the second starting hole 12 or is difficult to enter the prize (for example, it does not become a winning prize in the hit determination, or it becomes difficult to win). "low probability high base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state" belong to the non-time saving state (such as a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively short), and "low probability high base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state" The game ball belongs to a time-saving state in which it is easy to win a prize (for example, a state in which it is easy to win in a hit determination, or a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively long). Therefore, regarding the second starting port 12 (regarding the ease of winning a game ball into the second starting port 12), the "low probability high base gaming state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are the "low probability low base gaming state". It can be said that this gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the "gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state."

In addition, the non-time saving state is a state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting port 12 or it is difficult to enter the prize, so the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state" are the states in which the game ball does not enter the second starting port 12. On the other hand, the time-saving state is a state in which it is easier for game balls to enter the second starting port 12 than in the first starting port 12, so it is considered a "low probability high base game". It can be said that the "state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are gaming states in which a game ball is more likely to win in the second starting hole 12 than in the first starting hole 11.

Further, in the pachinko game machine PY1, the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state and the high probability state can be changed by operating a setting change switch (not shown) provided on the back of the front door 23. The setting change switch is, for example, a dip switch that can be switched to three stages: upper stage, middle stage, and lower stage. When the setting change switch is in the upper row, it is called "setting 1," when the setting change switch is in the middle row, it is called "setting 2," and when the setting change switch is in the lower row, it is called "setting 3." In "Setting 1", the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is the first probability (for example, 1/300), and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is the second probability (for example, 1/30). In addition, "Setting 2" is a third probability (for example, 1/280) in which the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is higher than the first probability, and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is higher than the second probability. This is a high fourth probability (for example, 1/28). In addition, "Setting 3" is a fifth probability (for example, 1/260) in which the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is higher than the third probability, and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is higher than the fourth probability. This is a high sixth probability (for example, 1/26). Note that the jackpot winning probability can be changed as appropriate within the range of increasing in the order of "Setting 1" < "Setting 2" < "Setting 3".

5. Jackpot Game Next, the jackpot game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(A). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 plays any one of four types of jackpot games: "jackpot game Wα,""jackpot game Xα,""jackpot game Yα," and "jackpot game Zα." It is possible to play one or more types of jackpot games.

The "jackpot game Wα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high probability high base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Wα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Xα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "low probability high base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Xα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Yα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high probability low base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Yα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Zα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "low probability low base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Zα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

In addition, in "jackpot game Wα", "jackpot game Xα", "jackpot game Yα", and "jackpot game Zα", only the first big prize opening 14 may be opened for all round games. However, only the second major prize opening 15 may be opened for all round games, or the first major prize opening 14 may be opened for some round games, and the remaining round games may be opened. The second grand prize opening 15 may be opened for the player. In both the round game in which the first grand prize opening 14 is opened and the round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened, an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity to win a prize ball) is given. Therefore, it is an advantageous game for the player.

"Jackpot game Wα" and "Jackpot game Yα" belong to the so-called fixed-variable jackpot games in which the gaming state becomes a high probability state, and "Jackpot game Xα" and "Jackpot game Zα" belong to so-called probability-variable jackpot games in which the gaming state becomes a normal probability state. Usually belongs to jackpot games. Therefore, it can be said that "jackpot game Wα" and "jackpot game Yα" are jackpot games that are more advantageous to the player than "jackpot game Xα" and "jackpot game Zα" in terms of subsequent jackpot winning probability, and "jackpot game A jackpot gaming state in which either "Jackpot Game Wα" or "Jackpot Game Yα" is played is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than a jackpot gaming state in which either "Jackpot Game Xα" or "Jackpot Game Zα" is played. I can say that.

In addition, "Jackpot Game Wα" and "Jackpot Game Xα" belong to so-called jackpot games with electric support where the gaming state is in a time-saving state, and "Jackpot Game Yα" and "Jackpot Game Zα" are in a non-time-saving state. It belongs to the so-called electric support no jackpot game. Therefore, "Jackpot game Wα" and "Jackpot game Xα" are related to the subsequent second starting port 12 (regarding the ease of winning the game ball to the subsequent second starting port 12), "Jackpot game Yα" and " It can be said that it is a jackpot game that is more advantageous to the player than "Jackpot Game Zα", and the jackpot game state in which either "Jackpot Game Wα" or "Jackpot Game Xα" is played is "Jackpot Game Yα" or "Jackpot Game Zα". It can be said that this is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than a jackpot gaming state in which either one of the above occurs.

Here, the flow of the jackpot game will be explained. FIG. 4(A) is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game. Here, a jackpot game in which only the first jackpot 14 is opened will be exemplified.

As shown in FIG. 4(A), when the jackpot game starts after the special drawings are stopped and displayed, a jackpot opening (also referred to as "jackpot OP") is first set. The jackpot OP continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed, and when the jackpot OP ends, the first round of the round game is started. The round game continues until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) passes or until a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 10) enter the first grand prize opening 14. When the first round game ends, an inter-round interval (also referred to as "round IT") is set. The round IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the round IT ends, the second round of the round game is started. Then, when the final round game (for example, the 10th round game) ends, a jackpot ending (also referred to as "jackpot ED") is set. The jackpot ED continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed, and one jackpot game ends when the jackpot ED ends. Note that either or both of the jackpot OP and the jackpot ED may not be set.

6. Small Win Game Next, the small win game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(B). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of playing a small winning game as a game different from a jackpot game. A small winning game is a game in which the game state is not changed after that, unlike a big winning game. For example, if a small winning game is played in the "low probability low base gaming state", the "low probability low base gaming state" continues even after the small winning game. Pachinko game machine PY1 opens either the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 in a small winning game.

FIG. 4(B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small winning game. Here, a small winning game in which only the first big prize opening 14 is opened will be exemplified. As shown in FIG. 4(B), when the small winning game starts after the special symbols are stopped and displayed, a pre-opening interval (also referred to as "pre-release IT") is first set. The pre-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the pre-opening IT ends, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened. The opening of the first big winning hole 14 continues until a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) has elapsed or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls enter the first big winning hole 14. When the opening of the first big prize opening 14 is completed, a post-opening interval (also referred to as "post-opening IT") is set. The post-release IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and one small winning game ends when the post-release IT ends. Note that either or both of the pre-release IT and post-release IT may not be set. Further, in consideration of the playability of the pachinko game machine PY1, small winning games may not be played.

7. Auxiliary Game Next, the auxiliary game performed by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 3(B) and 4(C). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an auxiliary game as a game different from the jackpot game and the small win game. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened, unlike the jackpot game and the small win game. In the auxiliary game, the opening time of the second starting port 12 changes depending on the game state. For example, when the auxiliary game is performed in a non-time saving state, the opening time of the second starting port 12 changes depending on the game state. While the second starting port 12 opens, when an auxiliary game is performed in the time saving state, the second starting port 12 opens for a second opening time (for example, 3.5 seconds) that is longer than the first opening time. .

FIG. 4(C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. As shown in FIG. 4(C), when the auxiliary game starts after the normal figure is stopped and displayed, the second starting port 12 opens. The second starting port 12 is opened until a predetermined time period (the first opening time in a non-time-saving state, the second opening time in a time-saving state) or until a predetermined number of openings (for example, four) have elapsed. This continues until the game ball enters the second starting port 12. When the opening of the second starting port 12 is completed, a post-opening interval (also referred to as "post-opening IT") is set. The post-release IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and one auxiliary game ends when the post-release IT ends.

8. Performance Next, the performance performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 5 to 12. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set different performance modes depending on the game state. In each performance mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 operates on various performance devices (normal button 40, special button 41, image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable body on the board) that the pachinko game machine PY1 has. 55k, frame movable body 58k, etc.), it is possible to perform the effects shown below.

8-1. Performance Mode First, the performance mode will be explained using FIG. 5. The production mode is a division of production (or a superordinate attribute). The pachinko game machine PY1 can set a customer waiting performance mode, a normal performance mode, a variable probability performance mode, a time-saving performance mode, and a jackpot performance mode as performance modes.

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbols are stopped and displayed in "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state". This is an effect mode that may be set when the special figure is being displayed (when the variable display of the special figure is not being performed). In the customer waiting performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the player is waiting for the variable display of special symbols. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a customer waiting performance while the customer waiting performance mode is set. The customer waiting performance is a performance in which a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 5(A-1). Furthermore, when the normal button 40 is operated while the pachinko game machine PY1 is displaying the customer waiting demonstration video G100, the pachinko game machine PY1 changes the settings related to the performance of the pachinko game machine PY1, as shown in FIG. 5 (A-2). A setting screen G101 for performing the above may be displayed on the display unit 50a. The pachinko game machine PY1 allows settings regarding the performance of the pachinko game machine PY1 while displaying the setting screen G101. The settings related to the effect include the volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, the brightness setting of the display unit 50a (also referred to as "light amount setting"), the frequency setting of the effect to be performed (also referred to as "effect setting"), and the like.

The normal performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state". In the normal performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a non-time saving state. In the normal production mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a normal background image G102 having a background representing a mountain scenery on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5(B-1). Note that the background displayed in the normal production mode is not limited to the normal background image G102, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The variable probability performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in the "high probability high base game state". In the variable probability performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a high probability state and a time saving state. In the variable probability performance mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a variable probability background image G103 representing the universe on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-2). Note that the background displayed in the variable probability production mode is not limited to only the variable probability background image G103, and a plurality of types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over variable display of special symbols once or multiple times in the "low probability high base game state". In the time-saving performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a normal probability state and a time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a time-saving background image G104 with a background representing the sky on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-3). Note that the background displayed in the time-saving production mode is not limited to the time-saving background image G104, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode set in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot performance mode, it is suggested to the player that a jackpot game is being executed. In the jackpot production mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays an opening image G107 that suggests the start of the jackpot game, and a right-hand hit that encourages "right-hand hitting", as shown in FIG. 5 (C-1), when starting the jackpot game. The image G108 and the like are displayed on the display section 50a. Note that the display of these images is called "opening effect."

In addition, in the jackpot performance mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a round image G109 etc. indicating the number of rounds on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-2), and then When the state becomes a probability state, a promoted image G110 indicating that the state becomes a high probability state is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the display of these images is referred to as a "round effect."

In addition, in the jackpot production mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 also provides an ending image G111, which suggests the production mode to be set after the jackpot production mode, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-3), at the end of the jackpot game. A total prize ball number image G112 etc. indicating the total number of prize balls paid out is displayed on the display section 50a. Note that the display of these images is called an "ending effect."

In the basic embodiment 1, five types of performance modes are set: customer waiting performance mode, normal performance mode, variable probability performance mode, time-saving performance mode, and jackpot performance mode, but the types of performance modes may be changed as appropriate. may be changed or added to.

8-2. Special Figure Variation Effect Next, special figure variation effect (also referred to as "variation effect") will be explained using FIGS. 6 to 8. The special figure variation performance is a performance for suggesting the result of jackpot determination. When the variable display of the special symbols is started, the pachinko game machine PY1 executes a special symbol variable performance using performance symbols in parallel with the variable display of the special symbols. As shown in FIG. 6(A), the performance pattern is composed of a left performance pattern EZ1, a middle performance pattern EZ2, and a right performance pattern EZ3.

The pachinko game machine PY1 displays performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a variable manner on the background (normal background image G102, probability variable background image G103, and time-saving background image G104) in the special pattern variation performance. Note that "↓" in the figure indicates that the performance symbols are being displayed in a variable manner. For example, the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are each composed of numerical symbols from "1" to "9", and in the variable display of the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the production patterns are changed with the start of the variable display of the special pattern. EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 fluctuate, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop with the stop display of the special symbol. Then, the result of the jackpot determination is suggested by the manner in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed.

8-2-1. Normal variation Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform normal variation first in the special figure variation performance. The normal fluctuation is a performance in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner, and functions as a performance that suggests that variable display of special symbols has started.

In the normal variation, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts displaying the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in variation, as shown in FIG. 6(B). Then, when the pachinko game machine PY1 normally loses without generating a reach after the fluctuation, as shown in FIG. After stopping, as shown in 6(D), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner that suggests a loss (so-called loose eye). A mode that suggests a loss is a mode where the left and right performance symbols are not the same, such as "1, 1, 2" or "2, 4, 6". On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 generates a reach after normal fluctuation, the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are placed in the same manner (so-called reach eye) as shown in FIG. 6 (C-2). Stop display and establish reach. Note that the stopping order of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-2. N Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing N Reach after establishing a Reach. N reach is, for example, a ready-to-reach performance in which the fluctuation speed of the medium performance symbol EZ2 gradually slows down, and functions as a performance that suggests that there is a possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

The pachinko game machine PY1 gradually reduces the fluctuation speed of the medium performance symbol EZ2 at N reach, as shown in FIG. 7(A). Then, when the pachinko game machine PY1 decides to lose with N reach, as shown in FIG. 7(B), it stops the medium performance symbol EZ2 and displays the performance symbol EZ1 in a manner suggesting a loss of reach (so-called reach loss eye). , EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. A mode that suggests a reach loss is a mode where the left and right performance symbols are the same, such as "7, 6, 7" or "5, 3, 5", but the symbol inside is different from the left and right performance symbols. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 does not stop the medium performance symbol EZ2 when developing the SP reach after the N reach. Note that the content of the N reach performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-3. SP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP Reach after N Reach. The SP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between a main character and an enemy character is displayed, and it functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

In the SP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SP title image G1 representing the start of the SP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 8(A). For example, the SP title image G1 is also a character image, ``Defeat enemy A!''. After that, as shown in FIG. 8(B), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a main character image G200 representing the main character and an enemy character image G201 representing the enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the main character image G200 and the enemy character image G201. A video of a battle between characters is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, if the pachinko game machine PY1 decides to hit the jackpot with SP reach, the main character enters the battle as shown in Figure 8 (C-1), suggesting a jackpot. In addition to displaying a state of being happy with the victory, performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a jackpot (so-called double-roll). In addition, when the pachinko game machine PY1 loses due to SP reach, as shown in FIG. At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a reach loss. On the other hand, the pachinko game machine PY1 does not stop the medium performance symbol EZ2 when developing the SP SP reach after this SP reach. Note that the content of the SP reach performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-4. SPSP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SPSP Reach after SP Reach. SPSP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between a main character and a powerful enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

In the SPSP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SPSP title image G2 representing the start of the SPSP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 9(A). The SPSP title image G2 is, for example, a text image of "Defeat enemy B!". After that, as shown in FIG. 9(B), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a main character image G200 representing the main character and a strong enemy character image G202 representing a strong enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the main character and the strong enemy. A video of a battle between characters is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, the pachinko game machine PY1 will move the main character into the battle to indicate a jackpot, as shown in Figure 9 (C-1). In addition to displaying a state of being happy with the victory, performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a jackpot (so-called double-roll). On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 loses due to SPSP reach, as shown in FIG. At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a reach loss. Note that the content of SPSP reach can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will stop in a manner indicating a jackpot (also referred to as "jackpot expectation level") will be explained. The jackpot expectation level is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of N Reach is set to 10% if the jackpot determination result is a loss, and 100% if the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win, then the execution probability of SP Reach is set to 10% if the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win. is set to 4% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, and to 100% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot win, then the jackpot expectation level for SP reach is set to 4%, and the jackpot expectation level for N reach is set to 4%. can be higher than.

Also, for example, if the execution probability of SP Reach is set to 4% when the jackpot determination result is a loss, and is set to 100% when the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win, then If the execution probability is set to 2% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, but set to 100% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot win, the jackpot expectation level for SPSP reach will be set to 2% if the jackpot judgment result is a loss. It can be higher than expected. In this way, by setting in advance the execution probability according to the result of jackpot determination for an executable performance, it is possible to determine the jackpot expectation level for that performance.

8-3. Hold Icon and the Icon Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the hold icon HA on the display unit 50a while the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold is stored. The hold icon HA is, for example, an "o" icon image. Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the icon TA on the display section 50a during variable display of the special figure. The icon TA is, for example, the same "O" icon image as the pending icon HA.

A pending icon display area 50d is provided at the bottom of the display section 50a. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the pending icon display area 50d includes a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. The pachinko game machine PY1 displays a reservation icon HA in each display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, 50d4 according to the number of special symbols 1 or 2 reserved. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2. In addition, in the reservation icon display area 50d, both the number of special symbols 1 and 2 can be displayed, or only one of the number of reserved symbols 1 and 2 can be displayed. It is also possible to do so. Further, the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate.

Further, an icon display area 50e is provided at the bottom of the display section 50a and near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e is composed of one display area, as shown in FIG. 10(A). When the pachinko game machine PY1 starts variable display of special symbols, it displays the icon TA, which is the same as or different from the pending icon HA, in the icon display area 50e. Note that the icon TA may not be displayed in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

8-3-1. Hold Performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform hold performance in response to a game ball entering the first starting slot 11 or the second starting slot 12. The hold performance is, for example, a performance in which a hold icon HA is displayed in the hold icon display area 50d, and functions as a performance for notifying the player of the number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold.

In the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 pending number is "0" and the variable display of the special figure is not performed, as shown in FIG. 10(B), Then, the icon TA is displayed in the icon display area 50e. Further, in the pachinko game machine PY1, for example, when two game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the variable display of special symbols, as shown in FIG. 10(C), the first A hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2 to inform the player that the number of special drawings 1 held is "2". Furthermore, when pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts variable display of a new special figure while displaying the hold icon HA in the first display area 50d1 and second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d, 10(D), the pending icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the pending icon display area 50d is moved to the icon display area 50e and displayed as the icon TA, and the The hold icon HA in the second display area 50d2 is moved to the first display area 50d1 and displayed to notify the player that the number of special drawings 1 hold is "1".

8-4. Preview Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a preview performance at any timing in the special figure variation performance. The preview performance is a performance that uses the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the board movable body 55k, the frame movable body 58k, the normal button 40, the special button 41, etc., and the jackpot game is performed. It functions as a production that suggests the possibility of being exposed.

8-4-1. Movable Body Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a movable body performance using the board movable body 55k or the frame movable body 58k as a preview performance. The movable body performance is, for example, a performance in which the board movable body 55k and the frame movable body 58k move.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a movable object performance at an arbitrary timing in the special symbol variation performance (for example, the timing when N reach develops to SP reach). Here, a movable object effect using the on-board movable object 55k will be exemplified. The movable object effect is an effect in which the on-board movable object 55k moves onto the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 11(A). In the movable object performance, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays an effect image G4 in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the on-board movable object 55k. After the movable body performance, as shown in FIG. 11(B), the on-board movable body 55k returns to the normal standby state (initial position), and the performance develops. FIG. 11(B) shows a case where SPSP reaches. Note that the movement of the movable body 55k on the board in the movable body performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-2. Operation Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an operation performance using the normal button 40 or the special button 41 as a preview performance. The operation performance is, for example, a performance in which the player operates the normal button 40 or the special button 41.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs an operation performance at an arbitrary timing in the special symbol variation performance (for example, during SP reach). Here, an example of an operation effect using the normal button 40 will be illustrated. In the operation performance, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 generates a period (referred to as a "button operation valid period") in which the pressing operation of the normal button 40 is valid, and with the occurrence of this button operation valid period, the period shown in FIG. As shown, a performance (referred to as a "button operation promotion performance") that prompts the user to operate the normal button 40 is performed. In the button operation promotion effect, a button operation promotion image G3 is displayed, and the button operation promotion image G3 includes a normal button image G31 imitating the normal button 40, and a press operation representing the operation mode (i.e., press operation) of the normal button 40. It is composed of an image G32 (in this case, a character image of "Press") and an operation valid period remaining time image G33 representing the remaining time of the button operation valid period. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 operates as shown in FIG. As shown in 12(B), the button operation promotion effect is finished and the operation result effect is performed. FIG. 12(B) shows a case where a movable body effect in which the on-board movable body 55k moves is performed as an operation result effect. Note that the content of the operation performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-3. Pre-read performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing a pre-read performance based on a pre-read determination as a preview performance. The pre-read effect is, for example, an effect in which the pending icon HA changes, and functions as an effect to suggest the result of the jackpot determination in advance.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead effect in response to storing the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold. Here, we will exemplify the look-ahead performance for the special figure 1 hold. When the game ball enters the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the special symbol 1 pending as shown in FIG. In the pending icon display area 50d, a "☆" icon image is displayed as the pending icon HA, instead of the "0" icon image normally displayed. Note that the content of the look-ahead presentation can be changed as appropriate.

9. Internal Configuration Next, the internal configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 13 to 16. FIG. 13 is a block diagram of portions related to control of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in FIG. 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a main control section 100 that controls the game, and a performance control section 120 that executes the performance. The main control section 100 and the production control section 120 are electrically connected, and the production control section 120 mainly executes production according to instructions from the main control section 100.

9-1. Main Control Section The main control section 100 includes a microcomputer 101 for game control. The game control microcomputer 101 includes, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), and mainly controls various games (special figure games, regular figure games, game status, prize ball payout, etc.). Further, the game control microcomputer 101 includes a game input section 101a, a game output section 101b, and a game storage section 101c. The game input unit 101a includes winning devices provided on the game board 1 (first starting port 11, second starting port 12, gate 13, first big winning port 14, second big winning port 15, general winning port 10, etc.). Input the winning information of the game ball, the operation information of the initialization switch, the operation information of the setting change switch, etc. The game output unit 101b outputs performance data and performance commands generated in response to game control to the performance control unit 120 and the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1. The game storage unit 101c is composed of, for example, a ROM (Read Only Memory) or a RAM (Random Access Memory), and stores a table for selecting game contents, and game data (special figure 1 pending) that is generated according to game control. , special map 2 reservation, general map reservation, etc.).

Various games are mainly controlled based on winning information and operation information input by the game input section 101a. The game control microcomputer 101 controls various games using the table and game data stored in the game storage section 101c.

9-2. The table game control microcomputer 101 can make various selections in controlling the game. When making a selection, a table stored in the game storage section 101c is referred to. The table shown below is stored in the game storage unit 101c.

9-2-1. Variation Pattern Determination Table A variation pattern determination table 103a1 shown in FIG. 14 is stored in the game storage section 101c. The variation pattern determination table 103a1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of variation pattern. The game control microcomputer 101 refers to the variation pattern determination table 103a1 and selects the type of variation pattern when performing variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol based on the result of the jackpot determination.

As shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of variation pattern based on the game state, the type of starting opening, the result of jackpot determination, the result of reach determination, the number of reserved special symbols, etc. Reach determination is to determine whether or not to perform the above-mentioned reach effect (N reach, SP reach, SPSP reach) during the variable display of the special figure, and when the reach effect is performed, it is determined that there is reach. , If reach performance is not performed, there will be no reach. The game control microcomputer 101 can select any one of seven types of variation patterns: "THP001" to "THP002", "THP011" to "THP013", and "THP021" to "THP022". It is possible. The game control microcomputer 101 performs variable display of the first special figure or the second special figure in a variable display mode (variable display time) according to the selected variation pattern. Note that the type of variation pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each variation pattern will be explained. As mentioned above, during the variable display of the special figure, a special figure variation effect is performed. In the special figure fluctuating performance, a performance flow consisting of one or more performances is executed, and each variation pattern is associated with the variable display time of the special figure and the performance flow executed in the special figure fluctuating performance. For example, as shown in FIG. 14, "THP001" and "THP011" have a special figure variable display time of 120000 ms, and "Normal variation" → "Reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach" → " "SPSP Reach" corresponds to the production flow consisting of "SPSP Reach", and "THP002" and "THP012" have a special figure variable display time of 100,000 ms, and "Normal fluctuation" → "Reach" → "N Reach" → " "THP013" is a production flow consisting of "Normal variation" → "Reach" → "N reach" with a special figure variable display time of 20,000 ms. "THP021" and "THP022" are associated with a production flow in which the variable display time of the special figure is 13000ms or 2000ms and is composed of only "normal variation". In this way, depending on the type of variation pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the time of the special figure variation effect and the effect executed in the special figure variation effect are made different.

"THP001" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP001" is referred to as "SPSP jackpot fluctuation". Moreover, "THP002" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and since the end of the production flow is "SP reach", "THP002" is referred to as "SP jackpot fluctuation". Furthermore, "THP011" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP011" is referred to as "SPSP loss fluctuation". Furthermore, "THP012" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SP reach", "THP012" is referred to as "SP loss variation". Furthermore, "THP013" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "N reach", "THP013" is referred to as "N loss variation". In addition, "THP021" and "THP022" are selected when the result of jackpot judgment is a loss, and the end of the production flow is "normal fluctuation", so "THP021" and "THP022" are called "normal loss fluctuation". . It should be noted that the selection ratio of the variable patterns can be set as appropriate in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-2-2. Prefetch Determination Table A prefetch determination table 103b1 shown in FIG. 15 is stored in the game storage section 101c. The prefetch determination table 103b1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of prefetch pattern. When the right to receive a jackpot determination is acquired, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the prefetch determination table 103b1 and selects the type of prefetch pattern. The diagram shown in FIG. 15 is a prefetch determination table 103b1.

As shown in FIG. 15, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of prefetch pattern based on the gaming state, the type of starting opening, the result of the prefetch determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 can select any one of three types of pre-read patterns "SHP001" to "SHP003" as the pre-read pattern. Note that the type of prefetch pattern can be changed as appropriate.

"SHP001" is selected when the result of the pre-reading determination is a pre-reading win, so "SHP001" is referred to as a "jackpot pre-reading pattern". In addition, "SHP002" is selected when the result of pre-reading judgment is that the result of pre-reading is non-winning, and the result of pre-judgment of variation pattern is a variation pattern with reach ("THP011" to "THP013"), so "SHP002" is selected. This is called the “reach-loss look-ahead pattern.” In addition, "SHP003" is selected when the result of pre-reading judgment is that the result of pre-reading is not winning, and the result of pre-reading judgment of variation pattern is a variation pattern without reach ("THP021" to "THP022"), so "SHP003" is selected. This is called the "normally lose look-ahead pattern."

9-2-3. Symbol Determination Table A symbol determination table 103c1 shown in FIG. 16 is stored in the game storage section 101c. The symbol determination table 103c1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When a jackpot determination is made, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the symbol determination table 103c1 and selects the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The diagram shown in FIG. 16 is a symbol determination table 103c1.

As shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol based on the type of starting opening, the result of jackpot determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 selects the types of stop symbols such as "Jackpot Wα symbol", "Jackpot Xα symbol", "Jackpot Yα symbol", "Jackpot Zα symbol", "Small win symbol", "Loss A symbol", " It is possible to select any one of the seven types of stop symbols "Loss B symbol". The game control microcomputer 101 performs stop display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner according to the selected stop symbol. Note that the type of stop symbol can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each stop symbol will be explained. As mentioned above, after the special figure is stopped and displayed, there are times when a jackpot game is played, times when a small win game is played, times when the time is shortened, and times when nothing is played and the game ends in a loss. . There are four types of jackpot games ("jackpot game Wα", "jackpot game Xα", "jackpot game Yα", "jackpot game Zα"), one type of small win game, and two types of losses. (There are the above-mentioned specific losses and simple losses), but each stop symbol is associated with the type of jackpot game, the type of small win game, and the type of loss. For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the "jackpot Wα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Wα," the "jackpot Xα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Xα," and the "jackpot Yα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Wα." "Yα", "Jackpot Zα symbol" is associated with "Jackpot game Zα", "Small win symbol" is associated with a small win game, and "Loss A symbol" is a simple loss where nothing is done. The "losing B symbol" is associated with the time saving state. In this way, the type of jackpot game, the type of small win game, and the type of loss (whether or not to enter the time saving state) to be executed are varied depending on the type of stop symbol selected by the game control microcomputer 101. .

The "jackpot Wα symbol" and the "jackpot Yα symbol" are selected when a jackpot game with a high probability is subsequently played, so the "jackpot Wα symbol" and the "jackpot Yα symbol" are referred to as "probability variable symbols". There is. In addition, the "jackpot Xα symbol" and the "jackpot Zα symbol" are determined when a jackpot game that becomes a normal probability state is subsequently played, so the "jackpot Xα symbol" and the "jackpot Zα symbol" are referred to as the "normal symbol". There is a thing. Moreover, since the "losing A symbol" is determined in the case of a simple losing without any subsequent action, the "losing A symbol" is sometimes referred to as the "normal losing symbol." In addition, since the "losing B symbol" is determined in the case of a specific losing that subsequently becomes a time-saving state, the "losing B symbol" is sometimes referred to as the "losing time-saving symbol." It should be noted that the selection ratio of the stopped symbols can be set as appropriate in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-3. Command The game control microcomputer 101 can output a performance command generated according to game control to the performance control unit 120 via the game output unit 101b. The game control microcomputer 101 can generate the commands shown below.

9-3-1. Winning command Winning command is a command to various winning devices (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, gate 13, first big winning hole 14, second big winning hole 15, general winning hole 10, etc.) of the game ball. Generated in connection with winning a prize. As winning commands, a first starting port command is generated when the game ball enters the first starting port 11, a second starting port command is generated when the game ball enters the second starting port 12, and a game ball. The gate command is generated when the game ball passes through the gate 13, the first big winning opening command is generated when the game ball enters the first big winning opening 14, and the gaming ball enters the second big winning opening 15. There are a first big winning hole command generated by the game, a general winning hole command generated when a game ball enters the general winning hole 10, and the like.

9-3-2. Special figure command The special figure command is generated in connection with the operation of the first special figure and the second special figure. Special figure commands include a special figure variation pattern command that is generated by determining the variation pattern of the special figure, a special figure stop pattern command that is generated by determining the stop symbol of the special figure, and a variable display of the special figure. There are special figure start commands generated by the start of the special figure start command, special figure confirmation commands generated by the stop display of the special figure, etc.

9-3-3. Common picture commands Common picture commands are generated in relation to the motion of common pictures. Examples of general pattern commands include a general pattern start command generated by starting variable display of a general pattern, a general pattern finalization command generated by stop display of a general pattern, and the like.

9-3-4. Reservation command The reservation command is a reservation command that is generated in relation to an increase or decrease in the number of reservations of special drawing 1 reservation, special drawing 2 reservation, and general drawing reservation. Reservation increase command, special figure 1 reservation decrease command generated by a decrease in the number of special figure 1 reservations, special figure 2 reservation increase command generated by an increase in the number of special figures 2 reservations, and special figure 2 reservation increase command generated by a decrease in the number of special figures 2 reservations. There are a special figure 2 reservation decrease command, a general figure reservation increase command generated by an increase in the general figure reservation number, a general figure reservation decrease command generated by a decrease in the general figure reservation number, etc.

9-3-5. Jackpot Game Command The jackpot game command is generated in connection with the operation of the jackpot game. The jackpot game commands include an OP command generated by the start of OP, a round command generated by the start of each round game, and an ED command generated by the start of ED.

9-3-6. Small win game command The small win game command is generated in connection with the operation of the small win game. Small winning game commands include a pre-release IT command generated by the start of the pre-release IT, a post-release IT command generated by the start of the post-release IT, and the like.

9-3-7. Auxiliary Game Command Auxiliary game command is generated in connection with an auxiliary game operation. The auxiliary game command includes an auxiliary game start command generated by starting the auxiliary game.

9-3-8. Gaming State Commands Gaming state commands are generated in relation to the current gaming state. As gaming state commands, there are normal probability commands generated when the gaming state is a normal probability state, high probability commands generated when the gaming state is a high probability state, and high probability commands generated when the gaming state is a non-time saving state. There are non-time-saving commands that are executed, time-saving commands that are generated when the gaming state is in the time-saving state, and jackpot commands that are generated when the gaming state is in the jackpot gaming state.

9-4. Performance Control Unit The performance control unit 120 includes a microcomputer 121 for performance control. The production control microcomputer 121 includes, for example, a CPU, and mainly executes various productions (production mode, special figure variation production, hold production, preview production, etc.). Furthermore, the production control microcomputer 121 includes a production input section 121a and a production storage section 121b. The effect input unit 121a inputs effect commands outputted from the main control unit 100, operation information for the normal button 40, operation information for the special button 41, and the like. The performance storage unit 121b is composed of, for example, a ROM or a RAM, and stores a table for selecting a preview performance and the like, performance data generated according to execution of the performance, and the like.

Various effects are executed mainly based on effect commands and operation information inputted by the effect input section 121a. The performance control microcomputer 121 executes various performances using processing programs, tables, performance data, etc. stored in the performance storage section 121b.

<Basic embodiment 2>
In the pachinko game machine PY1, the game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of prize balls and the total number of fired balls from the time when the power of the pachinko game machine PY1 is turned on, and the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of fired balls is constant. number (for example, +120,000 balls), the game will be stopped at the predetermined activation timing (the winning of game balls in various winning holes such as the first starting hole 11 and the second starting hole 12 will be invalidated) (and refrain from holding any drawings or prize balls). In this case, the activation timing of the game stop is preferably set at the end of the jackpot game when the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of shot balls reaches a certain number. In addition, instead of stopping the game, it may be configured to stop firing (the game ball is not fired even if the handle 82k is operated), or it may be configured to stop the game and stop firing. Good too. In addition, the total number of shots fired into the gaming area 6 from the time the power is turned on is the number of shots fired into the gaming area 6 and the various winning holes (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, first big winning hole 14, second big winning hole 15, general It is assumed that the game ball is counted based on the game balls that have passed through the winning opening 10) and the out opening 19. In addition, winnings to various winning holes (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, first big winning hole 14, second big winning hole 15, general winning hole 10) and passing through the out hole 19 are counted. You can calculate the total number of shots fired. Alternatively, if a return ball prevention part is provided at the entrance of the gaming area 6 and a sensor capable of detecting game balls is provided in this return ball prevention part, by counting the detections of this sensor, the total You can also calculate the number of shots. Further, it is assumed that the count of the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired is cleared based on turning on the power of the pachinko game machine PY1 (ie, based on the ON operation of the power switch). In addition, when the game stops or the firing stops, after turning off the power to the pachinko game machine PY1, depending on the operation of the initialization switch (for example, turning on the power while pressing the initialization switch). , the game will be returned to a playable state. If the difference between the total number of balls awarded and the total number of balls fired after powering on the pachinko game machine PY1 reaches a certain number (for example, +120,000 balls), the game will be stopped or the firing will be stopped. It is called ball prevention means. The excessive prize ball prevention means is a function for preventing the inconvenience that the pachinko game machine PY1 plays excessive prize balls in one day's game. In addition, the difference number of balls between the total number of prize balls and the total number of fired balls, which is the activation condition for stopping the game or stopping firing, can be changed as appropriate.

Here, in the case where the game control microcomputer 101 is provided with an excessive prize ball prevention means, it is preferable to add the following configuration. For example, if the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired since the pachinko machine PY1 was powered on (hereinafter referred to as "specific difference balls") reaches a certain number (for example, +120,000 balls), It is preferable to output a predetermined signal indicating this from the external terminal board to the hall computer. The external terminal board is a board for outputting various signals from the pachinko game machine PY1 to the outside such as a hall computer installed in the game hall. Assume that it is possible to output the set signal to the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1 via the external terminal board. With such a configuration, it becomes possible for an employee of the gaming hall to confirm via the hall computer that the number of specific difference balls has reached a certain number. In addition, instead of such a configuration, or in addition to such a configuration, it is possible to detect this at the timing when the specific difference balls reach a predetermined number (for example, +110,000 balls) that is smaller than a certain number (for example, +120,000 balls). It may be configured to output the outer end signal (signal outputted to the outside from the external terminal board) shown in FIG. This outer edge signal functions as a signal indicating that the number of specific difference balls is likely to reach a certain number.

In addition, when the game is stopped or the shooting is stopped by the excessive prize ball prevention means, an image indicating this is displayed on the display section 50a of the image display device 50, or a frame lamp 53 is displayed in a light emitting manner indicating that. It is preferable to have a configuration in which the panel lamp 54 is made to emit light, and a sound indicating this is outputted from the speaker 52. This is because such notification allows employees, players, etc. of the gaming parlor to understand the situation (that the number of specific difference balls has reached a certain number).

In addition, when the difference between the total number of balls awarded and the total number of balls fired after powering on the pachinko gaming machine PY1 reaches a certain number, the game will be stopped or the firing will be stopped. It is best to perform this as one of the preview performances accompanying the special figure fluctuation performance) or as a customer waiting performance. This is because the player can be notified in advance that the game may be stopped or the firing may be stopped.

Further, when the count of difference balls (specific difference balls) between the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired is cleared based on power-on of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, an image indicating this is displayed on the image display device 50. It is preferable to display this on the display section 50a, to make the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 emit light in a light-emitting manner to indicate this, or to output a sound indicating this from the speaker 52. This is because the clearing of the count of specific difference balls can be notified to employees of the gaming hall, players, and the like.

Note that the count of the difference balls (specific difference balls) between the total number of prize balls and the total number of shots fired is not cleared by simply turning on the power of the pachinko game machine PY1, but by operating the initialization switch when turning on the power of the pachinko game machine PY1. Alternatively, a switch for clearing the count of specific difference balls, which is different from the initialization switch, may be provided, and the operation may be performed when this switch is operated when powering on the pachinko machine PY1. It's okay. Alternatively, when the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on and a setting key cylinder provided on the board constituting the main control unit 100 is operated, the count of specific difference balls may be cleared. Alternatively, the count of specific difference balls may be cleared by simply operating a switch for clearing the count of specific difference balls, regardless of when the power of the pachinko game machine PY1 is turned on. In addition, when the count of the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired is cleared, the customer is waiting (special games (big hit games, small winning games) and special figures are not variablely displayed and special figures are on hold. The configuration may be such that the process is performed after a predetermined period of time (for example, 15 minutes) has elapsed since there was no such item. Further, a configuration may be adopted in which the count of the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired is cleared at the timing when a game state other than the normal game state is changed to the normal game state. Or, if the normal game state continues for a predetermined period of time (for example, 1 hour) or the state in which game balls are not fired in the normal game state continues for a specific period of time (for example, 1 hour), the total number of prize balls and the total number of balls fired may be changed. The count of the difference balls may be cleared. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which the count of specific difference balls is cleared by a method other than the operation of the initialization switch, the count of specific difference balls may not be cleared when the initialization switch is operated. In this case, the storage information of the specific difference ball may be stored in a non-volatile storage means (for example, FRAM (registered trademark)), or the storage information of the RAM of the main control unit 100 may not be erased when the initialization switch is operated. It may also be stored in a non-erasable storage area.

In addition, if the configuration is equipped with an over-prize ball prevention means, the start of counting the difference balls (specific difference balls) between the total number of prize balls and the total number of fired balls is set to the so-called first hit (winning in a low probability low base game state). It is also possible to start from a jackpot based on With this configuration, the minus number of specific difference balls up to the first hit will not be counted, and the number of specific difference balls that triggers the game to be stopped will be calculated based on the number of balls that have increased since the first hit. It is possible to make them the same.

In addition, in the case of a configuration equipped with an over-prize ball prevention means, the activation timing of stopping the game or firing is set during the consecutive game period when the difference between the total number of prize balls and the total number of fired balls (specific difference balls) reaches a certain number. It may also be at the end of the process. The consecutive game period is from the start of the jackpot game based on winning in the low probability low base gaming state until returning to the low probability low base gaming state again (or until returning to the low probability low base gaming state and special drawing 2 reservation is removed) This is the gaming period. In such a configuration, when the number of specific difference balls exceeds a certain number during the consecutive game period, a notification will be displayed on the display screen 7a to inform that the game will be stopped or the firing will be stopped when the consecutive game period ends. It is preferable to adopt a configuration in which this is performed by display, light emission from lamps (frame lamp 53, panel lamp 54), and audio output from the speaker 52.

In addition, in the above, the game was stopped and the firing was stopped based on the difference balls (specific difference balls) between the total number of prize balls and the total number of shots fired reaching a certain number, but based on other specific measured values. , the game may be stopped or the firing may be stopped. For example, the specific measurement value may be a base that is the ratio of the total number of pitches awarded to the total number of shots fired (for example, the base during a winning streak), or simply the total number of pitches awarded (the total number of pitches awarded during a winning streak). Generally, if the measured value is based on the total number of balls awarded, it can be changed as appropriate.

<First embodiment>
The first embodiment will be described below. Unless otherwise stated, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-described basic embodiment 1 and basic embodiment 2 is also applied to the first embodiment.

1. Jackpot Game First, in addition to FIG. 4(A), FIG. ) will also be used for explanation. The pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment has three types of jackpot games: "first jackpot game,""second jackpot game," and "third jackpot game" shown in the jackpot game control table of FIG. 17(A). be.

The "first jackpot game" is a jackpot game that then becomes a "high base gaming state" and continues until four round games are completed. The first big prize opening 14 is opened in any round game.

The "second jackpot game" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high base gaming state", similar to the first jackpot game. However, unlike the first jackpot game, the game continues until the 10th round game is completed. The first big prize opening 14 is opened in any round game.

The "third jackpot game" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high base gaming state", similar to the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game. Also, like the first jackpot game, the game continues until the four round games are completed. The first big prize opening 14 is opened in any round game.

In the jackpot games (first jackpot game, second jackpot game, and third jackpot game) of this embodiment, as shown in FIG. When execution starts, a jackpot opening (jackpot OP) is first set. The jackpot OP continues until a predetermined time (in this embodiment, the "OP time" of 3.0 seconds shown in FIG. 17(A)) has elapsed, and when the jackpot OP ends, the first round of the round game starts. be done. In the round game, the first big prize opening 14 is opened until a predetermined time (in this embodiment, the "opening time" of 29.5 seconds shown in FIG. ) continues until the game ball enters the first grand prize opening 14.

When the first round game ends, an inter-round interval (round IT) is set. The round IT continues until a predetermined time (in this embodiment, the "closing time" of 2.0 seconds shown in FIG. 17(A)) has elapsed, and when the round IT ends, the second round of the round game starts. be done. Then, when the final round game (the 4th round game for the 1st jackpot game, the 4th round game for the 3rd jackpot game, the 10th round game for the 2nd jackpot game) ends, the jackpot ending (jackpot ED) will be played. Set. The jackpot ED continues until a predetermined time (in this embodiment, the "ED time" of 5.0 seconds shown in FIG. 17(A)) has elapsed, and one jackpot game ends when the jackpot ED ends. .

2. Small Win Game Next, the small win game played by this pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 17(B) in addition to FIG. 4(B). As shown in FIG. 17(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of playing a small winning game as a game different from a jackpot game. There are two types of small winning games of this embodiment: "first small winning game" and "second small winning game" shown in the small winning game control table of FIG. 17(B).

In both the first small winning game and the second small winning game, as shown in FIG. 4(B) and FIG. 17(B), the first game in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened once (one round) is played. It will be done. If the game ball passes through a specific area (not shown) in the second big prize opening 15 during the execution of this first game, the first big prize opening will open in an opening pattern according to the type of small win that has been won. The "2nd type jackpot game" which is released by No. 14 is executed. The type 2 jackpot game is a jackpot game executed based on passing to a specific area, and is distinguished from the "type 1 jackpot game" executed based on the jackpot determination result being a jackpot win. In the small winning game of this embodiment, in addition to the first game, a second type jackpot game can be executed.

If the small winning game is the first small winning game and the game ball passes through a specific area within the second big prize opening 15 during the execution of the first game, as a second type jackpot game after the execution of the first game, A round game from the second round (2R) to the fourth round (4R) as shown in FIG. 17(B) is played. In addition, even if the small winning game is a second small winning game, if the game ball passes through a specific area within the second large prize opening 15 during the execution of the first game, two types of A jackpot game is played. However, the second type jackpot game at that time is a round game from the second round (2R) to the tenth round (10R) as shown in FIG. 17(B). Regardless of whether it is the first small winning game or the second small winning game, when the execution of the second type jackpot game is completed, the "high base gaming state" is set as the subsequent gaming state.

In addition, in both the first small winning game and the second small winning game, if the game ball does not pass through the specific area in the second big prize opening 15 during the execution of the first game, only the execution of the first game The execution of the small winning game ends. When the execution of the small winning game ends in this manner, the gaming state before the execution of the small winning game is set as the subsequent gaming state. That is, in that case, the game returns to the gaming state before the execution of the small winning game.

In this pachinko gaming machine PY1, a jackpot determination is made with reference to the "jackpot random number value" and the jackpot determination table shown in FIG. 18(A). Specifically, in the jackpot determination of the first special drawing, it is determined whether the jackpot random number value matches any of "65330" to "65535" shown in the jackpot determination table (FIG. 18(A)). If the jackpot random number matches any one of "65330" to "65535", the result of the jackpot determination is determined to be a jackpot win, but if they do not match, the result of the jackpot determination is determined to be a loss. In this embodiment, in this case, the losing A symbol is displayed on the display devices 8 as the stop display mode of the first special symbol.

On the other hand, in the jackpot determination of the second special drawing, it is first determined whether the jackpot random number value matches any of "65330" to "65535" shown in the jackpot determination table (FIG. 18(A)). If the jackpot random number matches any of "65330" to "65535", the jackpot determination result will be considered a jackpot win, but if they do not match, then the jackpot random number will be "0" shown in the jackpot determination table. ” to “19999” is determined. If the jackpot random number value matches any one of "0" to "19999", the result of the jackpot determination is determined to be a small win, but if they do not match, the result of the jackpot determination is determined to be a loss. In this embodiment, in this case, the losing A symbol is displayed on the display devices 8 as the stop display mode of the second special symbol.

The probability of winning a jackpot (probability of winning a jackpot) in this embodiment is about 0.31% (1/318), which is the same for both the first special drawing and the second special drawing. Furthermore, the probability of a small hit (small win probability) is 0.0% for the first special drawing and approximately 30.5% (1/3.3) for the second special drawing.

If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win or a small win, then the jackpot type (jackpot symbol) is determined by referring to the "win type random number" and the hit type determination table shown in FIG. 18(B). will be held. Specifically, if the result of the jackpot determination of the first special drawing is a jackpot win, the winning type random number matches any of "0" to "94" shown in the winning type determination table (Figure 18 (B)). It is determined whether or not. If the winning type random number value matches any one of "0" to "94", it is determined to be the first jackpot symbol, but if it does not match, it is determined to be the second jackpot symbol. In this embodiment, when the winning type random value matches any of "0" to "94", the first jackpot symbol is displayed on the display 8 as the first special symbol stop display mode, and the winning type is If the random number value does not match any of "0" to "94", the second jackpot symbol is displayed on the display devices 8 as a stop display mode of the first special symbol.

On the other hand, if the result of the jackpot determination for the second special drawing is a jackpot win, does the hit type random number match any of "0" to "19" shown in the hit type determination table (Figure 18 (B))? It is determined whether or not. If the winning type random number value matches any one of "0" to "19", it is determined as a third jackpot symbol, but if it does not match, it is determined as a second jackpot symbol. In this embodiment, when the winning type random value matches any of "0" to "19", the third jackpot symbol is displayed on the display 8 as a stop display mode of the second special symbol, and the winning type is If the random number value does not match any of "0" to "19", a second jackpot symbol is displayed on the display devices 8 as a stop display mode of the second special symbol.

In addition, if the result of the jackpot determination for the second special drawing is a small hit, whether or not the hit type random value matches any of "0" to "19" shown in the hit type determination table (Figure 18 (B)). It is determined whether When the winning type random number value matches any one of "0" to "19", it is determined as the first small winning symbol, but when it does not match, it is determined as the second small winning symbol. In this embodiment, when the winning type random value matches any of "0" to "19", the first small winning symbol is displayed on the display 8 as a stop display mode of the second special symbol, and the winning If the type random number value does not match any of "0" to "19", the second small winning symbol is displayed on the display devices 8 as a stop display mode of the second special symbol.

3. Variation Pattern Next, of the configuration of the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the variation pattern that can be determined by the game control microcomputer 101 will be further explained based on FIG. 19. In addition to the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14, the game storage unit 101c of this embodiment stores a fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 19.

First, a variation pattern that can be selected in conjunction with the jackpot determination of the second special figure when the gaming state is a non-time saving state will be explained. There are four types of variation patterns when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the non-time saving state: variation patterns "THP031", "THP032", "THP033" and "THP034". The selectable fluctuation patterns differ depending on the remaining number of reservations (hereinafter also referred to as "remaining number") of the second special figure at the time of selecting the fluctuation pattern.

Specifically, when the remaining number of reservations for the second special drawing is "0", only the fluctuation pattern "THP031" is selected, whereas when the remaining number of reservations for the second special drawing is "1", , the variation pattern "THP031", and the variation pattern "THP032" can be selected. Further, when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2", either the variable pattern "THP031" or the variable pattern "THP033" can be selected. Furthermore, when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3", either the variable pattern "THP031" or the variable pattern "THP034" can be selected. In other words, in this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern "THP031" does not depend on the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol (that is, if the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "0", "1", "2", or "3") ) can be selected.

The variation pattern "THP031" is a variation pattern in which a special reach (described later) is performed in a successful manner after a normal variation, followed by a reach. This fluctuation pattern "THP031" is also referred to as the "first special jackpot fluctuation".

In addition, among the special figure variation effects, a series of partial special figure variation effects from normal variation through reach to execution of special reach in a successful mode is referred to as a "success mode pseudo effect." During one execution of this success mode pseudo performance, performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed once in a variable manner and then stopped. Therefore, by stopping and displaying the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 during execution of one successful mode pseudo performance, it is possible to make the player aware that the special symbol variation performance will end. The above variation pattern "THP031" includes one success mode pseudo performance.

Variation pattern "THP032" is a normal variation, followed by a reach, a special reach in a failure mode (described later), a blackout effect, then a normal variation and a reach again, and a special reach in a success mode. This is a variation pattern in which This fluctuation pattern “THP032” is also referred to as “second special jackpot fluctuation”.

In addition, among the special figure variation performances, a series of partial special figure variation performances from normal variation through reach to execution of special reach in failure mode is referred to as "failure mode pseudo production". During one execution of this failure mode pseudo performance, performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed once in a variable manner and then stopped. Therefore, by displaying the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stopped during the execution of one failure mode pseudo performance, it is possible to make the player aware that the special symbol variation performance will end. The variation pattern "THP032" includes one failure mode pseudo-performance and one subsequent success mode pseudo-performance. Therefore, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed twice after changing and then stopped, so it will appear as if two special figure variation effects have been executed. It is possible for the player to recognize it.

Variation pattern "THP033" is after normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode (described later), blackout effect, normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode, blackout effect, normal variation, and reach. , is a variation pattern in which a special reach is performed in a successful manner. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes two failure mode pseudo-performances and a subsequent success mode pseudo-performance. This variation pattern "THP033" is also referred to as the "third special jackpot variation". In this variation pattern, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed 3 times in a stopped state after being displayed in a variable manner, so it will appear as if the special figure variation effect is being executed 3 times. It is now possible to have the player recognize this.

Variation pattern "THP034" is normal variation, then reach, special reach in failure mode (described later), blackout effect, normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode, blackout effect, normal variation, reach, failure. This is a variation pattern in which a special reach in a successful mode is performed after a special reach in a successful mode, a blackout effect, a normal variation, and a reach. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes three failure mode pseudo-performances and subsequent success mode pseudo-performances. This variation pattern "THP034" is also referred to as the "4th special jackpot variation". In this variation pattern, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed 4 times in a stopped state after being displayed in a variable manner, so it will appear as if the special figure variation effect is being executed 4 times. It is now possible to have the player recognize this.

In addition, there are four types of variation patterns when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small win" in the non-time saving state: "THP041", "THP042", "THP043" and "THP044". The selectable fluctuation patterns differ depending on the remaining number of second special symbols at the time of selecting the fluctuation pattern.

Specifically, when the remaining number of reservations for the second special drawing is "0", only the fluctuation pattern "THP041" is selected, whereas when the remaining number of reservations for the second special drawing is "1", , the variation pattern "THP041", and the variation pattern "THP042" can be selected. Moreover, when the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "2", either the fluctuation pattern "THP041" or the fluctuation pattern "THP043" can be selected. Furthermore, when the remaining reservation number of the second special symbol is "3", either the fluctuation pattern "THP041" or the fluctuation pattern "THP044" can be selected. In other words, in this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern "THP041" does not depend on the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol (that is, if the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "0", "1", "2", or "3") ) can be selected.

The variation pattern "THP041", like the above variation pattern "THP031", is a variation pattern in which, after a normal variation, a reach is performed and then a special reach (described later) is performed in a successful manner. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned success mode pseudo performance. This fluctuation pattern "THP041" is also referred to as "first special small winning fluctuation".

Fluctuation pattern "THP042" is similar to the above fluctuation pattern "THP032", after normal fluctuation, reach, special reach in failure mode (described later), blackout effect, and then normal fluctuation again. This is a variation pattern in which a special reach is performed in a successful manner after reaching and reaching. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned failure mode pseudo-performance and the subsequent success mode pseudo-performance. This fluctuation pattern "THP042" is also referred to as "second special small winning fluctuation". In this variation pattern, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed twice, then stopped and displayed, so it will appear as if two special figure variation effects are being executed. It is now possible to have the player recognize this.

Variation pattern "THP043" is similar to the above variation pattern "THP033", after normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode (described later), blackout effect, normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode, This is a variation pattern in which a special reach in a successful manner is performed after a blackout effect, a normal variation, and a reach. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes two failure mode pseudo-performances and a subsequent success mode pseudo-performance. This variation pattern "THP033" is also referred to as the "third special jackpot variation". In this variation pattern, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed 3 times in a stopped state after being displayed in a variable manner, so it will appear as if the special figure variation effect is being executed 3 times. It is now possible to have the player recognize this.

Variation pattern "THP044" is similar to the above variation pattern "THP034", after normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode (described later), blackout effect, normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode, This is a variation pattern in which a blackout effect, normal variation, reach, special reach in failure mode, blackout effect, normal variation, reach, and special reach in success mode are performed. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes three failure mode pseudo-performances and subsequent success mode pseudo-performances. This variation pattern "THP034" is also referred to as the "4th special jackpot variation". In this variation pattern, during the execution of one special figure variation effect, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will be displayed 4 times in a stopped state after being displayed in a variable manner, so it will appear as if the special figure variation effect is being executed 4 times. It is now possible to have the player recognize this.

In the non-time-saving state, there are two types of variation patterns when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "loss": variation patterns "THP051" and "THP052". The fluctuation pattern "THP052" is used when the jackpot judgment result of the second special drawing is "lost" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing is "1", "2" or "3". In contrast to the selected variation pattern, in the variation pattern "THP051", in the non-time saving state, the jackpot determination result of the second special symbol is "lose" and the remaining number of the second special symbol is "0". This is the variation pattern selected in this case.

The variation pattern "THP051" is a variation pattern in which a special reach (described later) is performed in a failed manner after a normal variation, followed by a reach. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned failure mode pseudo effect. This variation pattern "THP051" is also referred to as "first special loss variation".

The variation pattern "THP052" is a variation pattern in which a blackout effect is performed after a normal variation, a reach, and a special reach in a failure mode (described later). In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned failure mode pseudo effect and the subsequent blackout effect. This variation pattern "THP052" is also referred to as "second special loss variation".

Next, a variable pattern that can be selected in conjunction with the jackpot determination of the second special symbol when the gaming state is in the time saving state will be explained. In this embodiment, in the time-saving state being set, the remaining number of jackpot determinations for the second special symbol (hereinafter also referred to as "remaining time-saving number") is 1 time and when it is 2 or more times, selectable variations are available. The patterns are different.

When the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the time saving state, there is only one variation pattern, "THP061". Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot judgment of the second special drawing is "Jackpot winning" in the time saving state, this fluctuation pattern "THP061" will be applied regardless of the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing. is selected. This variation pattern "THP061" is a variation pattern in which a special reach is performed in a successful manner through a right-handed hitting promotion effect (described later), a normal variation, and a reach. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned success mode pseudo performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance before that. This fluctuation pattern "THP061" is also referred to as "time-saving special jackpot fluctuation".

There is only one variation pattern, "THP071", when the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small hit" in the time saving state. Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot judgment of the second special drawing is "small hit" in the time saving state, this fluctuation pattern "THP071" will be applied regardless of the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing. is selected. This "THP071" is a variation pattern in which a special reach is performed in a successful manner through a right-handed hitting promotion effect (described later), a normal variation, and a reach. In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned success mode pseudo performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance before that. This fluctuation pattern "THP071" is also referred to as "time saving special small winning fluctuation".

There is only one variation pattern "THP081" when the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "loss" in the time saving state. Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot judgment of the 2nd special drawing is "loss" in the time saving state, this fluctuation pattern "THP081" is selected. This variation pattern "THP081" is a variation pattern that does not depend on the number of remaining reservations of the second special symbol, and is a variation pattern in which a special reach is performed in a failure mode after passing through a right hit promotion effect (described later), normal variation, and reach. . In other words, it is a variation pattern that includes the above-mentioned success mode pseudo performance and the right-handed hitting promotion performance before that. This fluctuation pattern "THP081" is also referred to as "time saving special loss fluctuation".

When the remaining time saving number is 2 or more and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the time saving state, there is only one variation pattern, "THP062". Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 2 or more and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "Jackpot winning" in the time saving state, this fluctuation pattern "THP062 ” is selected. This fluctuation pattern "THP062" is a normal fluctuation followed by a reach and then a successful SPSP reach, and is also referred to as a "time-saving SPSP jackpot fluctuation."

When the remaining time saving number is 2 or more and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small hit" in the time saving state, there is only one variation pattern, "THP072". Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 2 or more and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "small hit" in the time saving state, this fluctuation pattern "THP072 ” is selected. This fluctuation pattern "THP072" is a normal fluctuation, followed by a reach, and then a successful SPSP reach, and is also referred to as a "time-saving SPSP small hit fluctuation."

If the remaining time saving number is 2 or more, and in the time saving state, the result of the jackpot judgment of the second special drawing is "Lose" and the result of reach judgment is "Reach", there is only one variation pattern, "THP082". It is. Therefore, if the remaining time saving number is 2 or more, and in the time saving state, the jackpot judgment result of the 2nd special drawing is "Lose" and the reach judgment result is "Reach", the remaining number of reservations of the 2nd special drawing This variation pattern "THP082" is selected regardless of the change. This variation pattern "THP082" is a pattern in which a SPSP reach is performed in a failure mode after a normal variation, a reach, and is also referred to as a "time-saving SPSP loss variation."

When the remaining time saving number is 2 or more, and the result of the jackpot judgment of the second special drawing is "Lose" and the result of reach judgment is "No reach" in the time saving state, the variation pattern is "THP091" and There are two types: "THP092". Variation pattern "THP092" means that the remaining time saving number is 2 or more, the result of jackpot judgment of the second special symbol is "lose" in the time saving state, and the result of reach judgment is "no reach", and the second This is a variation pattern that is selected when the remaining number of reserved special drawings is "1", "2" or "3", while the variation pattern "THP091" is selected when the remaining number of time reductions is 2 or more, Selected when the jackpot determination result of the second special symbol is "lose" in the time saving state, the reach determination result is "no reach", and the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "0". It is a fluctuating pattern.

The fluctuation pattern "THP091" is a fluctuation pattern in which normal fluctuation is performed with a variable display time of 10000 ms. This fluctuation pattern "THP091" is also referred to as "time saving loss fluctuation". The fluctuation pattern "THP092" is a fluctuation pattern in which normal fluctuations are performed in a variable display time of 1500 ms, which is shorter than the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP091". This fluctuation pattern "THP092" is also referred to as "time saving loss fluctuation".

20 and 21 show distribution rates (execution probabilities) of fluctuation patterns in the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 19. In this embodiment, when the result of the jackpot determination is "jackpot winning" in a non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 operates as shown in FIG. Select the fluctuation pattern with the distribution rate shown. Further, if the remaining number of second special symbols is 2, the game control microcomputer 101 selects a variation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 20(B). Further, if the remaining number of second special symbols is 3, the game control microcomputer 101 selects a variation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 20(C). In addition, if the remaining number of second special symbols is 0, the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP031" is selected.

In addition, when the result of the jackpot determination is "small win" in the non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 distributes the second special symbol as shown in FIG. Select a variation pattern by rate. Further, if the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is 2, the game control microcomputer 101 selects a fluctuation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 21(B). Further, if the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is 3, the game control microcomputer 101 selects a fluctuation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 21(C). In addition, if the remaining number of second special symbols is 0, the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP041" is selected.

According to FIG. 20(A), the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP031" is "70%", which is larger than the distribution rate value (30%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP032". Furthermore, according to FIG. 20(B), the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP031" is "70%", which is larger than the distribution rate value (30%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP033". Further, according to FIG. 20(C), the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP031" is "70%", which is larger than the distribution ratio value (30%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP034". Therefore, when the result of the jackpot determination in the second special symbol is "jackpot winning" in a non-time-saving state, a variation pattern that does not include a failure mode pseudo-performance but includes a success mode pseudo-performance is likely to be selected.

On the other hand, according to FIG. 21A, the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP041" is "20%", which is smaller than the distribution ratio value (80%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP042". Further, according to FIG. 21(B), the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP041" is "20%", which is smaller than the distribution ratio value (80%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP043". Further, according to FIG. 21C, the distribution rate value of the fluctuation pattern "THP041" is "20%", which is smaller than the distribution ratio value (80%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP044". Therefore, when the result of the jackpot determination in the second special symbol is a "small win" in a non-time-saving state, a variation pattern including one or more failure mode pseudo effects is likely to be selected.

4. Performance Next, various performances in this embodiment will be explained based on FIGS. 22 to 33. The performance control microcomputer 121 of this embodiment can execute "special reach", "blackout performance", and "right hit promotion performance" in the special symbol variation performance. Also, a "special display effect" is executed while the blackout effect is being executed. A special reach is a production that can suggest that there is a possibility of a jackpot (that is, a fluctuating special symbol will become a jackpot symbol). Further, the blackout effect is a effect that displays the entire display section 50a darkly. Further, the right-handed hitting promotion performance is a performance for encouraging the player to play right-handed. Moreover, the special display performance is a performance that can notify the remaining number of reservations (remaining number of reservations) of the second special symbol.

4-1. Special Reach First, the special reach of this embodiment (first embodiment) will be further explained using FIGS. 22 and 23. The special reach of this embodiment is a performance that can be executed as part of a special symbol variation performance. This special reach is an image performance in which a medium performance pattern EZ2 of the same type as the left performance pattern EZ1 and right performance pattern EZ3 forming the reach, or a medium performance pattern EZ2 including the number one before them, stops.

As a special reach, the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 after the reach in which the "5" symbol is temporarily stopped will be exemplified and explained. After the normal variation of the special figure variation performance shown in FIG. 22(A), the reach shown in FIG. 22(B) is continued, and then the execution of the special reach is started.

During execution of the special reach, the medium effect pattern EZ2 moves (scrolls) from the top to the bottom of the display section 50a. Then, the "4" symbol, which includes a number 1 smaller than the number of the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3, forming a reach, is displayed in the center of the display section 50a (specifically, the "4" symbol includes the number 1 smaller than the number of the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3). Before reaching the interval), the moving speed of the medium effect pattern EZ2 decreases. Then, as shown in FIG. 23(A), the "4" symbol and the "5" symbol move to the center of the display section 50a in this order.

As shown in FIG. 23 (B-1), if the "5" symbol temporarily stops as the middle effect pattern EZ2 between the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3, then the left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern Both the symbol EZ2 and the right performance symbol EZ3 stop at the "5" symbol. Furthermore, while the left performance symbol EZ1, middle performance symbol EZ2, and right performance symbol EZ3 are stopped, the three small symbols KZ1, Z2, and Z3 are also stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 23 (C-1). This makes it possible to inform the player that the result of the current jackpot determination is a jackpot win or a small win. In this way, the performance pattern EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 stops in a manner that suggests a jackpot win, and the performance pattern (performance content) is such that the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, or the performance pattern EZ1, EZ2 , the performance mode (performance content) in which the EZ3 stops in a manner that suggests a small hit and notifies that the result of the jackpot determination is a small win is also referred to as a "success mode." Moreover, the special reach in these production modes is also particularly referred to as the "special reach in the successful mode." In addition, in this embodiment, the presentation mode for notifying that the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win and the presentation mode for notifying that the result of the jackpot determination is a small win are the same.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 23 (B-2), if the "4" symbol temporarily stops between the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3, then as shown in FIG. 23 (C-2), The left performance symbol EZ1, the middle performance symbol EZ2, and the right performance symbol EZ3 come to a main stop. However, unlike the special reach in the above-mentioned success mode, the three small symbols KZ1, Z2, and Z3 stop and are not displayed during the main stop of the left production symbol EZ1, middle production symbol EZ2, and right production symbol EZ3. The execution of the special reach ends. The performance mode (performance content) in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped in a manner that suggests a miss in the reach is also referred to as a "failure mode." Moreover, the special reach in this production mode is also particularly referred to as "special reach in failure mode."

As a result of the above, during the execution of the special reach, the "4" symbol stops between the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3, and production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 become a failure mode that suggests a reach loss, or, The "5" symbol stops between the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3, and draws the player's attention to whether the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are a success pattern that suggests a jackpot win (or a small win). It is now possible.

4-2. Blackout Effect Next, the blackout effect of this embodiment will be explained using FIGS. 23 and 24. The blackout performance of this embodiment is a performance that can be executed as a part of the special symbol fluctuation performance, similar to the above-mentioned special reach. In this embodiment, the special reach in the above-mentioned failure mode is subsequently performed. This blackout effect is an image effect in which the entire display section 50a except for the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is blacked out.

As a blackout effect, what follows after the execution of the special reach in the failure mode shown in FIG. 23 (C-2) will be exemplified and explained. After executing the special reach in the failure mode, as shown in FIG. 24(D), the display area of the display section 50a except for the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 becomes blacked out. As a result, it is possible to surprise the players who thought that the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 would continue to be displayed after executing the special reach in the failure mode, and to give the players a big surprise. ing.

Further, during execution of the blackout effect, there are times when the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops and times when they do not. When the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 is stopped, the execution of the special symbol variation performance is ended by the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 being stopped. Furthermore, upon completion of the execution of the special figure fluctuation effect, the special figure (second special figure) is switched from a variable display to a stop display. Moreover, at that time, the stopping mode of the special symbol is a losing symbol (the above-mentioned losing A symbol). Thus, by stopping the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, the variable display of the second special symbol also switches to the stop display of the losing symbol.

On the other hand, if the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during the execution of the blackout effect, even if the execution of the blackout effect ends, the execution of the special symbol variation effect does not end and the first The variable display of the second special figure is also not stopped and the second normal variation is started.

Further, while the blackout effect is being executed, special display effects as shown in FIG. 24 (E-1) and FIG. 24 (E-2), which will be described later, are performed.

4-3. Right-handed hitting promotion performance Next, the right-handed hitting promotion performance of this embodiment will be explained using FIG. 25. The right hitting promotion performance of this embodiment is a performance that can be executed as part of the special symbol variation performance, similar to the special reach and blackout performance described above. In this embodiment, this is performed at the same time as the start of execution of the special figure display performance when the remaining number of jackpot determinations (remaining number of time savers) for the second special figure is one in the time saving state being set. This right-handed hitting promotion performance is a performance for encouraging the player to play right-handed.

Specifically, when the execution of the special figure display effect is started when the remaining time saving number is 1, and the execution of the right-hand hitting promotion effect is started, the character string "right-handed hitting" shown in FIG. 25 is included, and the right side A right-hand hitting image G203 in the shape of an arrow pointing to is displayed at the center of the display section 50a. As shown in FIG. 2, the gate 13 is installed on the right side of the gaming area 6, and the opening/closing member 12k of the second starting port 12 can be opened from the center of the gaming area 6 toward the right side. Therefore, by executing such a right-handed driving promotion effect, it is possible to have the player launch the game ball toward the right side gaming area 6, and cause more game balls to enter the second starting port 12. It is now possible.

4-4. Special Display Effect Next, the special display effect of this embodiment will be explained with reference to FIG. 24 again. The special display performance of this embodiment is a performance performed during execution of the above-mentioned blackout performance, and is a performance different from the special figure fluctuation performance. This special display performance can notify the remaining number of reservations (remaining number of reservations) of the second special symbol. This special display effect displays a composite image G200 consisting of a character image G201 of the head of a character doll and a "speech bubble"-shaped graphic image G202 located to the left of this character image G201 at the lower right of the display section 50a. indicate.

In this embodiment, even if the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during execution of the blackout effect as shown in FIG. 24(E-1), Even if the display of KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop, the special display effect is executed while the blackout effect is being executed.

Furthermore, whether or not the display of the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during execution of the blackout effect, a special display effect that displays the graphic image G202 with the same content is executed. . Specifically, for example, even if the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during the blackout effect of the special symbol fluctuation effect when the remaining number of reservations is "1", even if it does not stop. , a special display effect is executed to display a graphic image G202 including the character string "You have one more chance!". In addition, for example, even if the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during the blackout effect of the special figure fluctuation effect when the remaining number of reservations is "2", the letters A special display effect is executed to display a graphic image G202 including the column "You have two more chances!". Furthermore, for example, even if the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during the blackout effect of the special symbol fluctuation effect when the remaining number of reservations is "3", the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop. As shown in FIG. 24(E-1) and FIG. 24(E-2), a special display effect is executed to display a graphic image G202 including the character string "You have three more chances!".

Therefore, the player cannot determine whether or not the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 will stop due to the special display performance performed during the execution of the blackout performance. Moreover, regardless of whether or not the display of the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops, the comment in the graphic image G202 of the special display effect notifies the remaining number of reservations (remaining number of reservations) of the second special symbol. be. Therefore, the player's interest tends to be focused on the notification content of the special display effect rather than whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 has stopped, and whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 has stopped or not. This makes it difficult for players to understand.

In addition, in the special display performance, the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 stops during the blackout performance of the special symbol variation performance when the remaining number of reserved symbols is "0", for example. Then, in the special display effect at that time, a graphic image G202 including the character string "end" is displayed.

4-5. Flow of Performance Next, regarding the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment (first embodiment), we will explain the special figure variation performance when the remaining time saving number is "1" in the time saving state, and the second special figure in the non-time saving state. A series including a special symbol variation effect when the remaining number of reservations is "1" to "3", or a special symbol variation effect when the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "0" in a non-time saving state. The flow of the presentation will be explained based on FIGS. 26 to 33.

4-5-1. Flow of the production including the special figure variation production of "THP061" and "THP071" First, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 26, when the remaining time saving number is 1 and in the time saving state, the variation pattern of the second special figure is " The flow of the performance including the special figure fluctuation performance in the case of "THP061" or "THP071" will be explained. The fluctuation pattern "THP061" is a fluctuation pattern when the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the time saving state. On the other hand, the variation pattern "THP071" is a variation pattern when the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small win" in the time saving state.

At time T01, along with the start of the variable display of the second special figure, execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the variation pattern "THP061" (or "THP071") is also started. As this special figure variation performance, execution of the above-mentioned "right-handed hitting promotion performance" is started at the same time as the start of the variable display of performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3. Among these, the right-handed hitting promotion effect continues until time T02. In other words, the right-handed hit image G203 shown in FIG. 25 continues to be displayed at the center of the display section 50a until time T02.

The period from time T01 to time T02 in this embodiment is a period in which the opening/closing member 12k of the second starting port 12 can be opened at least four times if the player continues to play right-handed. Therefore, if the player continues to hit the ball right-handed while the right-handed batting promotion performance is being executed, the ball can enter the second starting port 12 so that the number of remaining reservations becomes "4".

At time T02, the execution is switched from the right hit promotion performance to the normal variation as the special figure variation performance. This normal variation continues until time T03.

At time T03, the execution is switched from normal variation to reach as a special figure variation effect. This reach continues until time T04.

At time T04, the execution is switched from reach as a special figure variation effect to special reach in a successful mode. This special reach continues until time T101 when the execution of the jackpot game (or small win game) is started. In other words, this special reach will continue to be performed until the stop display after the variable display of the second special symbol ends and the jackpot game (or small win game) starts.

During the period from time T04 to time T05, in the special reach being executed, as described above, before the "4" symbol as the middle effect symbol EZ2 approaches the center of the display section 50a, the moving speed of the middle effect symbol EZ2 changes. The "4" symbol and the "5" symbol sequentially move to the center of the display section 50a as shown in FIG. 23(A).

Since the special reach shown in FIG. 26 is a success mode, at time T05, the display of the "5" symbol as the medium production symbol EZ2 in the center of the display section 50a is temporarily stopped along with the display of the other production symbols EZ1 and EZ3 ( (FIG. 23 (B-1)), the display of the three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 comes to a permanent stop (FIG. 23 (C-1)). The stop display of these three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 continues until time T101. In other words, the main stop of the three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will continue until the stop display after the variable display of the second special symbol ends. At this point, the second special symbol is still being displayed in a fluctuating manner, so by the final stop of the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the player can confirm that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a jackpot ( or a small hit) can be known in advance.

If the fluctuation pattern is "THP061", the fluctuation display of the second special symbol will display the "second jackpot symbol" or "third jackpot symbol" at time T08 during the main stop of the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3. The display changes to the stop display shown in FIG. 26 (see FIG. 26). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to static display (FIG. 23 (C-1)). This allows the player to understand that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a jackpot win.

On the other hand, if the fluctuation pattern is "THP071", the fluctuation display of the second special symbol will be "first small winning symbol" or "second The display changes to a stop display indicating "Small winning symbol" (see FIG. 26). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to static display (FIG. 23 (C-1)). This allows the player to understand that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a small win.

In addition, if the variation pattern is "THP061", execution of the jackpot game is started at time T101 as described above. Specifically, if the variable display of the second special symbol is "Second Jackpot Symbol", execution of the second jackpot game in which the round game is 10 times is started, and the variable display of the second special symbol is "Third Jackpot Symbol". If it is a jackpot symbol, execution of the third jackpot game in which the round game is played four times is started.

On the other hand, if the variable pattern is "THP071", the execution of the small winning game is started at time T101 as described above. Specifically, if the variable display of the second special figure is "1st small winning symbol", execution of the first small winning game with 4 round games will be started, and the variable display of the second special figure will be "1st small winning symbol". If it is the second small winning symbol, the execution of the second small winning game in which the round game is 10 times is started.

4-5-2. Flow of the production including the special figure fluctuation production of "THP081" Next, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 27, the remaining time saving number is 1, and in the time saving state, the variation pattern of the second special figure is "THP081". The flow of performance including special figure variation performance in certain cases will be explained. This variation pattern "THP081" is a variation pattern when the remaining time saving number is 1 and the result of jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "loss" in the time saving state.

At time T01, along with the start of the variable display of the second special figure, execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the variation pattern "THP081" is also started. In this special figure variation effect, as well as the above-mentioned cases of "THP061" and "THP071", the above-mentioned "right-hitting promotion Execution of the performance is started. Then, from time T01 to time T02, the right-handed hitting image G203 shown in FIG. 25 continues to be displayed at the center of the display section 50a.

At time T02, as in the case of "THP061" and "THP071", the execution is switched from the right-hand hitting promotion performance to the normal variation as the special figure variation performance. This normal variation continues until time T03.

At time T03, as in the case of "THP061" and "THP071", the execution is switched from normal variation to reach as a special figure variation effect. This reach continues until time T04.

At time T04, unlike the cases of "THP061" and "THP071", the execution is switched from reach to special reach in failure mode as a special figure variation effect. This special reach continues until time T06. In other words, this special reach will continue to be performed until the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 ends.

From time T04 to time T05, as in the case of "THP061" and "THP071", in the special reach being executed, the "4" symbol and "5" symbol are sequentially displayed in the center of the display section 50a as the medium production symbol EZ2. (See FIG. 23(A)).

Since the special reach shown in FIG. 27 is a failure mode, unlike the cases of "THP061" and "THP071", at time T05, the "4" symbol is displayed as the middle production symbol EZ2 in the center of the display section 50a. It temporarily stops with the display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ3 (FIG. 23 (B-2)), and the display of these three effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becomes a permanent stop (FIG. 23 (C-2)). The stop display of these three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 continues until time T06. Time T06 corresponds to a time before time T08 in the case of "THP061" and "THP071".

Also, unlike the cases of "THP061" and "THP071", the three small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 change from variable display to static display for a while after time T05 (specifically, until time T07). There is no switching (Figure 23 (C-2)).

At time T06, the execution is switched from the special reach in failure mode to a blackout effect (FIG. 24(D)) as a special figure variation effect. This blackout effect continues until time T11 when the next variable display of the second special symbol starts. In other words, this blackout effect will continue to be performed until the stop display after the variable display of the second special figure ends and the variable display of the next second special figure starts.

Further, by switching the execution from the special reach to the blackout effect, the display of the three effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 disappear from the display section 50a. For this reason, after the execution of the special reach in the failure mode, the players who thought that the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 would continue to be displayed until the start of the next special symbol variation production were surprised. It is possible to give a big surprise to the players. Furthermore, it is possible to attract the attention of the players to the content of the future performance in the blackout performance.

At time T07, which corresponds to the execution of the blackout effect, the variable display of the second special symbol switches to a stop display indicating "loss" (see FIG. 27). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to stationary display (FIG. 24 (E-1)). Moreover, execution of the above-mentioned special display effect (FIG. 24 (E-1)) is also started. As shown in FIG. 24 (E-1), three small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the upper left part of the display section 50a, while a composite image G200 (character image G201 and The graphic image G202) is displayed so as to occupy most of the display section 50a. Moreover, the graphic image G202 of the special display effect is displayed including a character string. Therefore, the special display effect is more likely to attract the attention of the player than the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, and it becomes a player's interest to know whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped. It's difficult.

Incidentally, as shown in FIG. 27, variable display of the next second special figure starts at time T11. As described above, during the execution period of the right-handed hit promotion performance from time T01 to time T02, it is possible to enter the second starting port 12 so that the remaining number of balls is "4", as shown in FIG. 27. After the variable display of the second special figure from time T01 to time T11, the variable display of the next second special figure is to be started immediately.

4-5-3. Flow of production including special figure variation production of "THP031" and "THP041" Next, using the timing chart shown in FIG. The flow of performance including special figure variation performance in certain cases will be explained. Fluctuation pattern "THP031" does not depend on the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing in the non-time saving state (i.e., the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing is "0", "1", "2" or "3"). This is a fluctuation pattern when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "jackpot winning". On the other hand, the fluctuation pattern "THP041" does not depend on the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol in the non-time saving state (that is, the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "0", "1", "2", or "3"). ”) This is a variation pattern when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is a “small hit”.

At time T11 shown in FIG. 28, at the same time as the variable display of the second special figure starts, the execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the variation pattern "THP031" also starts. As this special figure variation effect, execution of the above-mentioned "normal variation" is started at the same time as the start of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3. Of these, the normal variation continues until time T13. The execution period of the normal fluctuation shown in FIG. 28 is the same as the period from time T02 to time T03 shown in FIGS. 26 and 27. In other words, the execution period of the normal variation in the special figure variation effect of the variation pattern "THP031" (or "THP041") and the execution period of the normal variation of the variation patterns "THP061", "THP071", and "THP081" are the same length. It has become.

At time T13, the execution is switched from normal variation to reach as a special figure variation effect. This reach continues until time T14. The reach execution period shown in FIG. 28 is the same as the period from time T03 to time T04 shown in FIGS. 26 and 27. In other words, the reach execution period in the special symbol variation effect of the variation pattern "THP031" (or "THP041") and the reach execution period of the variation patterns "THP061", "THP071", and "THP081" are the same length. ing.

At time T14, the execution is switched from reach as a special figure variation effect to special reach in a success mode. This special reach continues until time T101 when execution of the jackpot game starts. In other words, this special reach will continue to be performed until the stop display after the variable display of the second special symbol ends and the jackpot game starts. The special reach execution period shown in FIG. 28 is the same as the period from time T04 to time T101 shown in FIG. 26. In other words, the execution period of the special reach in the special figure fluctuation effect of the fluctuation pattern "THP031" (or "THP041") and the execution period of the special reach of the fluctuation patterns "THP061" and "THP071" are the same length. .

During the period from time T14 to time T15, in the special reach being executed, as in the case of "THP061" and "THP071", the "4" symbol appears in the center of the display section 50a before it reaches the center of the display section 50a. The moving speed of the effect pattern EZ2 becomes small (slow), and the "4" symbol and the "5" symbol sequentially move to the center of the display section 50a as shown in FIG. 23(A).

As in the case of "THP061" and "THP071", the special reach shown in FIG. It temporarily stops with the display of the production symbols EZ1 and EZ3 (FIG. 23 (B-1)), and the display of the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 comes to a permanent stop (FIG. 23 (C-1)). The stop display of these three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 continues until time T41. In other words, the main stop of the three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will continue until the stop display after the variable display of the second special symbol ends. At this point, the second special symbol is still being displayed in a fluctuating manner, so by stopping the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the player can confirm that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a jackpot win. You can know something in advance.

If the fluctuation pattern is "THP031", the fluctuation display of the second special symbol will display the "second jackpot symbol" or "third jackpot symbol" at time T18 during the main stop of the three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. The display changes to the stop display shown in FIG. 28. Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to static display (FIG. 23 (C-1)). This allows the player to understand that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a jackpot win.

On the other hand, if the fluctuation pattern is "THP041", the fluctuation display of the second special symbol will be "first small winning symbol" or "second small winning symbol" at time T18 during the main stop of three production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 The display changes to a stop display indicating "Small winning symbol" (see FIG. 28). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to static display (FIG. 23 (C-1)). This allows the player to understand that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a small win.

In addition, if the variation pattern is "THP031", execution of the jackpot game is started at time T101 as described above. Specifically, if the variable display of the second special symbol is "Second Jackpot Symbol", execution of the second jackpot game in which the round game is 10 times is started, and the variable display of the second special symbol is "Third Jackpot Symbol". If it is a jackpot symbol, execution of the third jackpot game in which the round game is played four times is started.

On the other hand, if the variable pattern is "THP041", the execution of the small winning game is started at time T101 as described above. Specifically, if the variable display of the second special figure is "1st small winning symbol", execution of the first small winning game with 4 round games will be started, and the variable display of the second special figure will be "1st small winning symbol". If it is the second small winning symbol, the execution of the second small winning game in which the round game is 10 times is started.

4-5-4. Flow of the performance including the special symbol fluctuation performance of “THP052” Next, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 29, we will create the special symbol fluctuation performance when the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol is “THP052” in the non-time saving state. We will explain the flow of the production including. This variation pattern "THP052" is a variation pattern when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "loss" in the non-time saving state. The above-mentioned fluctuation patterns "THP031" and "THP041" are fluctuation patterns that do not depend on the number of remaining reservations of the second special symbol in the non-time saving state, but the fluctuation pattern "THP052" is a fluctuation pattern that does not depend on the number of remaining reservations of the second special symbol in the non-time saving state. This is a variation pattern when the remaining number of reservations is a number other than "0"("1","2", or "3"). The fluctuation pattern when the remaining number of second special symbols is "0" in the non-time saving state is "THP051".

At time T11, along with the start of the variable display of the second special figure, execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the variation pattern "THP052" is also started. In this special symbol variation effect, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041" mentioned above, the execution of "normal variation" starts at the same time as the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 starts. will be started. This normal variation continues until time T13.

At time T13, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041", the execution is switched from normal variation to reach as a special figure variation effect. This reach continues until time T14.

At time T14, unlike the cases of "THP031" and "THP041", the execution is switched from reach to special reach in failure mode as a special figure variation effect. This special reach continues until time T16. In other words, this special reach will continue to be performed until the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 ends. The execution period of the special reach in the failure mode shown in FIG. 29 is the same as the period from time T04 to time T06 shown in FIG. 27. That is, the execution period of the special reach in the failure mode in the special figure fluctuation performance of the fluctuation pattern "THP052" and the execution period of the special reach of the fluctuation pattern "THP081" are the same length.

From time T14 to time T15, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041", in the special reach being executed, the "4" symbol and "5" symbol are sequentially displayed in the center of the display section 50a as the medium production symbol EZ2. (See FIG. 23(A)).

Since the special reach shown in FIG. 29 is a failure mode, unlike the cases of "THP031" and "THP041", at time T15, the "4" symbol is displayed as the middle effect symbol EZ2 in the center of the display section 50a. It temporarily stops with the display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ3 (FIG. 23 (B-2)), and the display of these three effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becomes a permanent stop (FIG. 23 (C-2)). The stop display of these three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 continues until time T16. Time T16 corresponds to a time before time T18 in the case of "THP031" and "THP041".

Also, unlike the cases of "THP031" and "THP041", the three small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 change from variable display to static display for a while after time T15 (specifically, until time T17). There is no switching (Figure 23 (C-2)).

At time T16, the execution is switched from the special reach in failure mode to the blackout effect as the special figure variation effect. This blackout effect continues until time T21 when the next variable display of the second special symbol starts. In other words, this blackout effect will continue to be performed until the stop display after the variable display of the second special figure is finished and the next variable display of the second special figure is started.

Further, by switching the execution from the special reach to the blackout effect, the display of the three effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 disappear from the display section 50a. Therefore, after the execution of the special reach in the failure mode, the three effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will continue to be displayed until the start of the next special figure variation effect, surprising the players, It is possible to give people a big surprise. Furthermore, it is possible to attract the attention of the players to the content of the future performance in the blackout performance.

At time T17, which corresponds to the execution of the blackout effect, the variable display of the second special symbol is switched to a stop display indicating "loss" (see FIG. 29). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to stationary display (FIG. 24 (E-1)). Moreover, execution of the above-described special display effect is started. As shown in FIG. 24 (E-1), three small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the upper left part of the display section 50a, while a composite image G200 (character image G201 and The graphic image G202) is displayed so as to occupy most of the display section 50a. Moreover, the graphic image G202 of the special display effect is displayed including a character string. Therefore, the special display effect is more likely to attract the attention of the player than the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, and the player is interested in whether or not the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped. It's difficult.

Incidentally, at time T21, variable display of the next second special figure is started. As mentioned above, the fluctuation pattern "THP052" is a fluctuation when the remaining number of reserved second special drawings is a number other than "0" ("1", "2" or "3") in a non-time saving state. It's a pattern. Therefore, after the variable display of the second special figure from time T11 to time T21 shown in FIG. 29, the variable display of the next second special figure is immediately started.

4-5-5. Flow of production including special figure variation production of "THP032" and "THP042" Next, using the timing chart shown in FIG. The flow of performance including special figure variation performance in certain cases will be explained. The fluctuation pattern "THP032" is a fluctuation pattern that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "jackpot winning" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing is "1". be. On the other hand, the variation pattern "THP042" is a variation that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small hit" and the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "1" in the non-time saving state. It's a pattern.

Furthermore, both the variable patterns "THP032" and "THP042" include one failure mode pseudo-performance and one success mode pseudo-performance in one variable display (and stop display) of the second special symbol. . Therefore, when the variation pattern "THP032" or "THP042" is selected, a special figure variation effect is performed that can make it appear to the player as if two special figure variation effects are being repeated. become.

Specifically, the special symbol variation effect and special display effect during the period from time T11 to time T21 shown in FIG. 30 are almost the same as the above-described variation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG. 29. Further, the special symbol variation performance during the period from time T21 to time T101 is almost the same as the above-mentioned variation pattern "THP031" shown in FIG. 28.

Specifically, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 29. Further, the reach execution period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 29. Furthermore, the special reach execution period from time T14 to time T16 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T14 to time T16 shown in FIG. 29. Further, the execution period of the blackout effect from time T16 to time T21 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T16 to time T21 shown in FIG. 29.

Further, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T21 to time T23 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 28. Further, the reach execution period from time T23 to time T24 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 28. Furthermore, the special reach execution period from time T24 to time T101 shown in FIG. 30 is the same as the period from time T14 to time T101 shown in FIG. 28.

However, in both the variation patterns "THP032" and "THP042", the display of the second special symbol does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21, as shown in FIG. Furthermore, the display of the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21. In these respects, it differs from the above-described variation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG.

In this embodiment, as described above, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed within a relatively small display area at the upper left of the display section 50a. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to know whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped during the period from time T17 to time T21. Moreover, in this embodiment, a special display effect using the composite image G200 is executed on the display section 50a as shown in FIG. 24 (E-2) during the period from time T17 to time T21. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to notice whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped. Therefore, even if the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21, the player may not notice this, and such a player may It is possible to make it seem as if the special figure variation effect in which the result of the jackpot determination of the second special figure is a "miss" is being performed.

4-5-6. Flow of production including special symbol variation production of “THP033” and “THP043” Next, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 31, in the non-time saving state, the variation pattern of the second special symbol is “THP033” or “THP043”. The flow of performance including special figure variation performance in certain cases will be explained. The fluctuation pattern "THP033" is a fluctuation pattern that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "jackpot winning" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing is "2". be. On the other hand, the variation pattern "THP043" is a variation that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small hit" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "2". It's a pattern.

Furthermore, both the variable patterns "THP033" and "THP043" include two failure mode pseudo effects and one success mode pseudo effect in one variable display (and stop display) of the second special symbol. . Therefore, when the variation pattern "THP033" or "THP043" is selected, a special figure variation effect is performed that can make it appear to the player as if three special figure variation effects are being performed repeatedly. become.

Specifically, the special figure fluctuation performance and special display performance during the period from time T11 to time T31 shown in FIG. 31 are almost the same as the two repetitions of the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG. . Moreover, the special symbol variation performance during the period from time T31 to time T101 is almost the same as the above-mentioned variation pattern "THP031" shown in FIG. 28.

Specifically, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T11 to time T13 and from time T21 to time T23 shown in FIG. 31 is the same as the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 29. Further, the reach execution periods from time T13 to time T14 and from time T23 to time T24 shown in FIG. 31 are the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 29. Furthermore, the special reach execution periods from time T14 to time T16 and from time T24 to time T26 shown in FIG. 31 are the same as the period from time T14 to time T16 shown in FIG. 29. Further, the execution periods of the blackout effect from time T16 to time T21 and from time T26 to time T31 shown in FIG. 31 are the same as the period from time T16 to time T21 shown in FIG. 29.

Further, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T31 to time T33 shown in FIG. 31 is the same as the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 28. Furthermore, the reach execution period from time T33 to time T34 shown in FIG. 31 is the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 28. Furthermore, the special reach execution period from time T34 to time T101 shown in FIG. 31 is the same as the period from time T14 to time T101 shown in FIG. 28.

However, in both the variation patterns "THP033" and "THP043", the display of the second special symbol does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21 and from time T27 to time T31, as shown in FIG. Furthermore, the display of the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during those periods. In these respects, it differs from the above-described variation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG.

In this embodiment, as described above, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed within a relatively small display area at the upper left of the display section 50a. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to know whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is stopped during the period from time T17 to time T21 and from time T27 to time T31. Moreover, in the present embodiment, the composite image G200 is used on the display unit 50a as shown in FIG. 24 (E-2) during the period from time T17 to time T21 and from time T27 to time T31. A special display effect is executed. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to notice whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped. Therefore, even if the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21 and from time T27 to time T31, the player may not notice this. It is possible to make such a player think that the currently executed special figure variation effect is a special figure variation effect in which the result of the jackpot determination of the second special figure is a "miss". It becomes.

4-5-7. Flow of production including special symbol variation production of “THP034” and “THP044” Next, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 32, in the non-time saving state, the variation pattern of the second special symbol is “THP034” or “THP044”. The flow of performance including special figure variation performance in certain cases will be explained. The fluctuation pattern "THP034" is a fluctuation pattern that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "jackpot winning" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special drawing is "3". be. On the other hand, the variation pattern "THP044" is a variation that can be selected when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "small hit" in the non-time saving state and the remaining number of reservations of the second special symbol is "3". It's a pattern.

In addition, both the variable patterns "THP034" and "THP044" include three failure mode pseudo effects and one success mode pseudo effect in one variable display (and stop display) of the second special symbol. . Therefore, when the variation pattern "THP034" or "THP044" is selected, a special figure variation effect is performed that can make it appear to the player as if four special figure variation effects are being performed repeatedly. become.

Specifically, the special figure fluctuation performance and special display performance during the period from time T11 to time T41 shown in FIG. 32 are almost the same as the three repetitions of the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG. 29. . Further, the special symbol variation performance during the period from time T41 to time T101 shown in FIG. 32 is almost the same as the above-described variation pattern "THP031" shown in FIG. 28.

Specifically, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T11 to time T13, from time T21 to time T23, and from time T31 to time T33 shown in FIG. 32 is the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. is the same as Furthermore, the reach execution periods from time T13 to time T14, from time T23 to time T24, and from time T33 to time T34 shown in FIG. 32 are the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. It has become. Furthermore, the special reach execution periods from time T14 to time T16, from time T24 to time T26, and from time T34 to time T36 shown in FIG. 32 are the same as the period from time T14 to time T16 shown in FIG. It has become. Furthermore, the execution period of the blackout effect from time T16 to time T21, from time T26 to time T31, and from time T36 to time T41 shown in FIG. 32 is the period from time T16 to time T21 shown in FIG. It's the same.

Further, the execution period of the normal fluctuation from time T31 to time T33 shown in FIG. 32 is the same as the period from time T11 to time T13 shown in FIG. 28. Further, the reach execution period from time T33 to time T34 shown in FIG. 32 is the same as the period from time T13 to time T14 shown in FIG. 28. Furthermore, the special reach execution period from time T34 to time T101 shown in FIG. 32 is the same as the period from time T14 to time T101 shown in FIG. 28.

However, in both the variation patterns "THP034" and "THP044", as shown in FIG. 32, the second The display of the special map does not stop. Furthermore, the display of the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during those periods. In these respects, it differs from the above-described variation pattern "THP052" shown in FIG.

In this embodiment, as described above, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed within a relatively small display area at the upper left of the display section 50a. Therefore, whether or not the display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is stopped during the period from time T17 to time T21, from time T27 to time T31, and from time T37 to time T41 is determined. Difficult to understand for players. Moreover, in the present embodiment, the display section is displayed as shown in FIG. A special display effect using composite image G200 is executed on 50a. Therefore, it is difficult for the player to notice whether the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 has stopped. Therefore, even if the display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 does not stop during the period from time T17 to time T21, the period from time T27 to time T31, and the period from time T37 to time T41, Sometimes the player does not notice, and for such a player, the currently executed special figure variation effect is as if the special figure variation effect indicating that the result of the jackpot determination of the second special figure is "miss". It is now possible to make people think that they are.

4-5-8. Flow of the performance including the special symbol fluctuation performance of “THP051” Next, using the timing chart shown in Fig. 33, we will create the special symbol fluctuation performance when the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol is “THP051” in the non-time saving state. We will explain the flow of the production including. This variation pattern "THP051" is a variation pattern when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "loss" in the non-time saving state. The above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP052" is a fluctuation pattern when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is a number excluding "0"("1","2" or "3") in a non-time saving state. On the other hand, this fluctuation pattern "THP051" is a fluctuation pattern when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "0" in the non-time saving state. Also, as can be seen by comparing the timing chart including the special figure variation effect of this variation pattern "THP051" with the timing chart including the special figure variation effect of the variation patterns "THP031" and "THP041" shown in FIG. THP051'' special figure variation effect performance mode is different after the special reach effect effect. Below, this will be explained in comparison with the variation patterns "THP031" and "THP041".

At time T11, along with the start of the variable display of the second special figure, execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the variation pattern "THP051" is also started. In this special symbol variation effect, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041" mentioned above, the execution of "normal variation" starts at the same time as the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 starts. will be started. This normal variation continues until time T13.

At time T13, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041", the execution is switched from normal variation to reach as a special figure variation effect. This reach continues until time T14.

At time T14, unlike the cases of "THP031" and "THP041", the execution is switched from reach to special reach in failure mode as a special figure variation effect. This special reach continues until time T51 when the variable display of the next second special figure starts. In other words, this special reach will continue to be performed until the stop display after the variable display of the second special symbol ends and the variable display of the next second special symbol begins.

From time T14 to time T15, as in the case of "THP031" and "THP041", in the special reach being executed, the "4" symbol and "5" symbol are sequentially displayed in the center of the display section 50a as the medium production symbol EZ2. (See FIG. 23(A)).

Since the special reach shown in FIG. 33 is a failure mode, unlike the cases of "THP031" and "THP041", at time T15, the "4" symbol is displayed as the middle effect symbol EZ2 in the center of the display section 50a. It temporarily stops with the display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ3 (FIG. 23 (B-2)), and the display of these three effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becomes a permanent stop (FIG. 23 (C-2)). The stop display of these three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 continues until the above-mentioned time T51.

At time T17 during the main stop of the three performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the variable display of the second special symbol switches to a stop display indicating "loss" (see FIG. 33). Furthermore, the three small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 switch from variable display to stationary display (FIG. 23 (C-2)). This allows the player to understand that the result of the jackpot determination for the second special symbol is a loss.

<Effects of the first embodiment>
The effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be explained below.

(1) According to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the small symbol KZ1 is displayed at the timing when the composite image G200 of the special display performance is displayed on the display section 50a after the execution of the blackout performance during the execution of the special symbol variation performance. , KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a, both the composite image G200 and the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed on the display section 50a. Therefore, the player's attention may be dispersed to either the first image or the second image, and as a result, the degree of attention to the first image may decrease.

Therefore, when the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 that are being displayed in a variable manner do not switch to a stopped display at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display unit 50a during execution of the special figure variation effect, this special figure variation effect A jackpot game is executed after execution of. Therefore, during execution of the special figure variation performance, it is possible to exclusively focus the player's attention on the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a.

(2) In addition, during execution of the special figure fluctuation effect, if the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a, the small symbols KZ1, KZ3 at that time KZ2 and KZ3 are displayed smaller on the display unit 50a than the composite image G200 and are difficult to visually recognize. Therefore, the player is more likely to pay attention to the composite image G200 than to the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3. Therefore, regardless of whether the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a, the player's interest is in the composite image G200 displayed at that timing. Easy to orient to.

However, if the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are not stopped and displayed on the display section 50a at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a during the execution of the special figure variation effect, after the execution of this special figure variation effect. Since the jackpot game is executed, at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, which are harder to see than the composite image G200. ing.

(3) In addition, during the execution of a special symbol fluctuation performance accompanied by the variable display of a special symbol whose stop display becomes the second jackpot symbol, the third jackpot symbol, the first small prize symbol, or the second small prize symbol, the composite image There are times when the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 do not switch from variable display to stationary display at the timing when G200 is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, if the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 do not switch from fluctuating display to static display at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display unit 50a, the jackpot game will not be executed after the execution of this special symbol fluctuating effect. Ru. Therefore, when the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a at the timing when the composite image G200 is displayed on the display section 50a during the execution of the special symbol variation effect, it is assumed that a jackpot game will be executed. It is possible to give players expectations in advance.

(4) In addition, if there is a number of reserved balls stored in the game storage section 101c of the game control microcomputer 101, as a special symbol fluctuation performance, the performance content repeats the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. It is possible to perform a special symbol variation effect with a variation pattern such as a certain "second special jackpot variation" or "second special small win variation." Therefore, it is possible to perform such a special figure variation effect without giving the player a sense of discomfort.

(5) In addition, there is a special symbol variation production with a production content that repeats the stop display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for a number of times corresponding to the number of reserved balls stored in the game storage unit 101c of the game control microcomputer 101. Therefore, when the special figure variation effect is performed, it is possible to tease the player that a privilege will be given.

<Basic Embodiment 1, Basic Embodiment 2, and Modification Examples of the First Embodiment>
Modifications of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment, the second embodiment, and the first embodiment will be described below. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiments and the modified examples described below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the first embodiment, the execution of a jackpot game is defined as a "privilege (advantageous to the player)" according to the present invention. However, for example, a small winning game may be used as a "privilege". Furthermore, a high probability gaming state or a high base gaming state may be used as a "privilege".

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the small designs KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are the "first images" according to the present invention. However, one small pattern or two of the small patterns may be used as the "first image". Furthermore, images other than the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, such as a fourth pattern LED, a color bar, a "○×" display, and a numeric display, may be used as the "first image." Furthermore, although the so-called "fourth symbol" has been defined as the "first image" according to the present invention, images other than the fourth symbol, such as the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, may be used as the "first image".

Further, in the first embodiment, the composite image G200 is referred to as the "second image" according to the present invention. However, an image other than composite image G200 may be used as the "second image". Specifically, for example, the image used for the special figure variation effect may be the second image.

Further, in the first embodiment, the time T17 during the execution of the blackout effect of the special figure fluctuation effect is the timing at which the composite image G200 (second image) of the special display effect is displayed on the display unit 50a. However, the second image may be displayed on the display unit at a time (timing) other than time T17 during execution of the blackout effect. Further, the time (timing) during which the special figure variation effects other than the blackout effects are being executed may be the timing at which the second image is displayed on the display unit. Specifically, for example, during execution of a special reach, execution of a reach, normal variation, execution of a right-handed hit promotion effect, execution of an SP reach, execution of an SPSP reach, etc.

In addition, in the first embodiment, if the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 (first image) are not stopped and displayed, the execution of the jackpot game (privilege ) is given. However, when the first image is not displayed in a static state, a benefit may be given more easily thereafter than in a case where the first image is changed to a static display.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 (first image) are displayed at the timing when the composite image G200 (second image) of the special display effect is displayed on the display section 50a, the The second image is configured to be easier to visually recognize than the first image. However, a configuration may be adopted in which when the first image is displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section, the first image and the second image can be visually recognized to the same extent. Further, a configuration may be adopted in which when the first image is displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section, the first image is easier to visually recognize than the second image.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the small patterns KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 (first image) are displayed at the timing when the composite image G200 (second image) of the special display effect is displayed on the display section 50a, the first As a configuration in which the second image is easier to visually recognize than the first image, when the first image is displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit, the second image is more visible than the first image. The second display area of the two images is configured to be larger. However, when the first image is displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit, the second image is easier to visually recognize than the first image, so that the second image is more visible than the first image. The configuration may be such that the color of the image is more conspicuous. In addition, when the first image is displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit, the second image is more visible than the first image, and the occupancy rate of the first image on the display unit is The second image may have a larger occupancy rate than the second image.

Further, in the first embodiment, there are three types of jackpot games, but it may be one type, two types, or four or more types. Further, although there are two types of small winning games, it may be one type, or three or more types.

Further, in the first embodiment, the second jackpot symbol and the third jackpot symbol are the "first stop mode" according to the present invention. However, it may be a second jackpot symbol or a third jackpot symbol. Further, jackpot symbols other than these second jackpot symbols and third jackpot symbols may be used. In addition, the losing A symbol was defined as the "second stopping mode" according to the present invention. However, losing symbols other than the losing A symbol may be used as the second stopping mode.

Further, in the first embodiment, there are two types of jackpot symbols of the first special symbol (first special symbol), but it may be one type, or three or more types. Furthermore, although the second special symbol (second special symbol) has two types of jackpot symbols (first stop mode), it may be one type, or three or more types. Further, although the second special symbol (second special symbol) has two types of small winning symbols, it may be one type, or three or more types. Further, although the first special symbol (first special symbol) does not have a small winning symbol, it may have one or more kinds of small winning symbols.

In addition, in the first embodiment, when the result of the hit type determination is the "first jackpot symbol", the number of time savings in the high base gaming state after the jackpot game is set to one time, but the number of time reductions is set to two or more times. Good too. Alternatively, after a jackpot game, the game enters a low base game state, and the number of time reductions at that time may be set to 0 times. In addition, when the result of the hit type determination is "second jackpot symbol" or "third jackpot symbol", the number of time savings in the high base gaming state after the jackpot game is set to 7, but the number of time savings is 1 or more. Moreover, it may be less than 7 times, or may be 8 or more times. Alternatively, after a jackpot game, the game enters a low base game state, and the number of time reductions at that time may be set to 0 times.

In addition, in the first embodiment, when the result of the winning type determination is "first small winning symbol" or "second small winning symbol", the number of time reductions in the high base gaming state after the small winning game is set to 7 times. However, the number of time saving times may be one or more and less than seven times, or eight or more times. Alternatively, after a small winning game, the game enters a low base game state, and the number of time reductions at that time may be set to 0 times.

Further, in the first embodiment, the special symbol variation effect includes a blackout effect, but it may be configured not to include a blackout effect. Further, although the special figure variation performance includes a special reach, it may be configured not to include a special reach.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the variation pattern of the second special jackpot variation, the variation pattern of the third special jackpot variation, and the variation pattern of the fourth special jackpot variation are displayed in a stopped manner of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (decorative images). This is a special variable performance with a performance content that is repeated once or multiple times. However, it may be configured such that there is at least one variation pattern among the variation pattern of the second special jackpot variation, the variation pattern of the third special jackpot variation, and the variation pattern of the fourth special jackpot variation.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (decoration The structure is such that there is no special variation effect of the effect content in which the static display of the image) is repeated once or multiple times. However, as a special symbol variation effect that can be executed when the gaming state is in a time saving mode and the remaining time saving number is 1, there is a special variation effect in which the stop display of a decorative image is repeated one or more times. It may also be a configuration.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the performance symbol EZ1 is used as a special symbol variation performance (special symbol variation performance) that can be executed when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "1". , EZ2, and EZ3 (decorative images) are repeatedly displayed in a stopped state once, and a special variation effect is provided. However, when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "1", a special variation of the production content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once is a special variation production that can be executed. It may be configured without any effects.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the performance pattern EZ1 is used as a special pattern variation performance (special pattern variation performance) that can be executed when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2". , EZ2, and EZ3 (decorative images) are repeatedly displayed in a stopped state twice. However, when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2", a special variation of the production content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated twice is available as a special symbol variation production that can be executed. It may be configured without any effects. Further, the special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2" may be configured such that there is only a special variation performance with a performance content in which the stop display of the decorative image is not repeated.

In addition, as a special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2", a special variation of the production content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once. It is also possible to have a composition with a performance. Specifically, as a special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "2", the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once. There are configurations in which there is a special variation effect and a special variation effect in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated twice, and a special change effect in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once. An example is a configuration in which there is no special variation effect of the effect content in which the stop display is repeated twice.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the performance pattern EZ1 is used as a special pattern variation performance (special pattern variation performance) that can be executed when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3". , EZ2, and EZ3 (decorative images) are repeatedly displayed in a stopped state three times. However, when the gaming state is in a non-time-saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3", a special variation of the production content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated three times is available as a special symbol variation production that can be executed. It may be configured without any effects. Further, the only special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3" may be such that there is only a special variation performance with a performance content in which the stop display of the decorative image is not repeated.

In addition, as a special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3", a special variation of the production content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated twice. The present invention may be configured to include at least one special variation effect of a performance and a special variation performance of the performance content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once.

Specifically, as a special symbol variation performance that can be executed when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the remaining number of reserved second special symbols is "3", the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once. An example of this configuration is a special variation effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decorative image is repeated twice, and a special change effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decoration image is repeated three times. In addition, there are special variable effects in which the stop display of a decorative image is repeated once, and special variable effects in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated three times, while the stop display of the decorative image is repeated twice. An example of this is a configuration in which there is no special variation effect of the effect content. In addition, there are special variable effects in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated twice, and special variable effects in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated three times, while the stop display of the decorative image is repeated once. An example is a configuration in which there is no special variation effect of the effect content that is repeated twice. In addition, there are special variable effects in which the static display of a decorative image is repeated once, special variable effects in which the static display of the decorative image is repeated twice, and special variable effects in which the static display of the decorative image is repeated three times. An example of this is a configuration in which there is no special variation effect of the effect content. In addition, while there is a special variation effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decorative image is repeated once, there is also a special change effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decoration image is repeated twice, and a stop display of a decoration image is repeated three times. An example of this is a configuration in which there is no special variation in the content of the performance. In addition, while there is a special variation effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decorative image is repeated twice, there is also a special change effect with a performance content in which a stop display of a decoration image is repeated once, and a stop display of a decoration image is repeated three times. An example of this is a configuration in which there is no special variation in the content of the performance.

In addition, in the first embodiment, as a variation pattern when the gaming state is a time saving state and the remaining number of time savings is 1 time, there is no variation pattern in which the normal variation is repeated twice in one special symbol variation performance. And so. However, as a variation pattern when the game state is a time saving state and the remaining number of time reductions is one, a structure may be adopted in which there is a variation pattern in which a normal variation is repeated two or more times in one special figure variation performance.

Furthermore, in the first basic embodiment, the normal background image G102 is displayed in both the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state"; Different backgrounds may be displayed for the "high probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state". For example, in a "high probability low base gaming state", a background including an image suggesting a high probability state may be displayed.

Further, in the basic embodiment 1, only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variably displayed on the display section 50a in parallel with the variable display of the special figures, but the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are Alternatively, other symbols may be variably displayed on the display section 50a. In this case, it is preferable to make the sizes of the other symbols smaller than the sizes of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3.

Moreover, in the basic embodiment 1, only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variably displayed on the display section 50a of the image display device 50 in parallel with the variable display of the special figures, but the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2 , EZ3, other symbols may be variably displayed on a display device other than the image display device 50. For example, a dedicated LED for variably displaying other symbols may be installed on the game board 1, and the dedicated LED may blink while the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are being variably displayed.

In addition, in the basic embodiment 1, the first special figure and the second special figure are not variably displayed at the same time, but only one of them is variably displayed, but the first special figure and the second special figure are not displayed variably at the same time. may be displayed variably at the same time.

Further, in the first basic embodiment, the progress of the game and the performance are controlled by separate control units, but the progress of the game and the performance are controlled by a single control unit. good. For example, both the progress of the game and the performance may be controlled only by the main control section 100.

Furthermore, in the first basic embodiment, a 3D liquid crystal display is used as the display section 50a. However, the display section may be, for example, a 2D liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or an LED lamp.

Furthermore, in the first basic embodiment, a gaming machine is provided with one "display section." However, for example, a gaming machine may be provided with a plurality of display sections.

Furthermore, the gaming machine of the present invention can also be applied to other pinball gaming machines such as arranged ball machines and mahjong ball gaming machines.

<Invention disclosed in the first embodiment>
The following invention A is disclosed up to the previous paragraph in this [Detailed Description of the Invention]. In the description of invention A, the names and expressions of corresponding components in the embodiment of the invention described above, and the symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, elements such as means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A5.

The gaming machine according to invention A1 is
special symbol display means (display devices 8) that stops and displays the special symbols (first special symbol, second special symbol) after changing the display;
A display section (50a),
a benefit granting means (game control microcomputer 101 for executing a jackpot game) that grants a benefit advantageous to the player (execution of a jackpot game);
A performance execution means (performance control unit 120) capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A special symbol variation performance (special symbol variation production) can be performed on the display section in conjunction with the variation display of the special symbol;
During execution of the special symbol variation effect, the first image (small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3) can be displayed in a variable manner and then stopped on the display section;
A second image (composite image G200) can be displayed on the display unit,
During execution of the special symbol variation effect, when the first image being displayed in a variable manner switches from a variable display to a stationary display at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit (time T17 shown in FIG. 30 etc.) There are times when it does not switch,
During execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image being displayed in a variable manner does not switch to a static display at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section, the variable display switches to a static display. This is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized in that the above-mentioned benefits are more likely to be given after that.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the first image is stopped and displayed on the display section at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section during execution of the special symbol variation effect, the first image and the second image are displayed on the display section. Both images will be displayed. Therefore, the player's attention may be dispersed to either the first image or the second image, and as a result, the degree of attention to the first image may decrease.

Therefore, during execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image that is being displayed in a variable manner does not switch to a static display at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section, the Benefits are likely to be granted after that. Therefore, during execution of the special symbol variation performance, it is possible to exclusively focus the player's attention on the first image at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section.

The gaming machine according to invention A2 is
The gaming machine according to invention A1,
During execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image being displayed in a variable manner is switched to a static display at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit from the variable display, the first image is This gaming machine is characterized in that it is more difficult to visually recognize than the second image.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the first image is stopped and displayed on the display section at the same time as the second image is displayed on the display section during execution of the special symbol variation effect, the first image is larger than the second image. Since it is more difficult to visually recognize the second image on the display section, the player tends to pay attention to the second image rather than the first image. Therefore, regardless of whether the first image is stopped and displayed at the timing when the second image is displayed on the display section, the player's interest tends to be directed toward the second image displayed at that timing.

However, during the execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image is not stopped and displayed at the same time as the second image is displayed on the display, it is easier to receive the benefit afterwards than when it is stopped and displayed. At the timing when two images are displayed on the display section, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the first image, which is more difficult to see than the second image.

The gaming machine according to invention A3 is
A gaming machine according to either invention A1 or invention A2,
When the stop display of the special symbol by the special symbol display means is in the first stopping mode (for example, the third jackpot symbol), the benefit is given to the player, and when it is in the second stopping mode (loss A symbol) The above benefits are not granted to the player,
When the first image does not switch from the fluctuating display to the static display at the timing when the second image is displayed while the special symbol fluctuating effect is being executed in conjunction with the fluctuating display of the special symbol in which the static display becomes the first halting mode. There is,
A game characterized in that, during the execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image does not switch from a variable display to a static display at the timing when the second image is displayed, the benefit is subsequently provided. It is a machine.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, during the execution of the special symbol variation effect accompanying the variable display of the special symbol in which the stop display becomes the first stop mode, the first image changes from the variable display to the timing at which the second image is displayed. There are times when the display does not switch to the static display, and if the first image does not switch from the fluctuating display to the static display at the timing when the second image is displayed, a benefit will be given afterwards. Therefore, when the first image is stopped and displayed on the display section at the same time as the second image is displayed on the display section during the execution of the special symbol variation effect, the player is made to expect in advance that a privilege will be awarded. Is possible.

The gaming machine according to invention A4 is
A gaming machine according to any one of invention A1, invention A2, and invention A3,
a specific ball entrance opening (a first starting opening 11, a second starting opening 12) through which, when a ball enters, a variable display of the special symbol can be started on the special symbol display means;
If a ball enters the specific ball entrance while the special symbol is being displayed in a variable manner by the special symbol display means, a number of reserved balls storage means that can store the number of reserved balls up to a predetermined upper limit; A game storage unit 101c),
The performance execution means is
When the number of reserved balls is stored in the reserved ball number storage means, as the special symbol variation performance, decorative images (production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) different from the first image are stopped and displayed once. Or, there are times when special fluctuation performances with performance contents that are repeated multiple times (special symbol fluctuation performances of 2nd special jackpot fluctuation, 3rd special jackpot fluctuation, 4th special jackpot fluctuation),
The gaming machine is characterized in that when the number of reserved balls is not stored in the reserved ball number storage means, the special variation performance is not executed as the special symbol variation performance.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when there is a number of reserved balls stored in the number of reserved balls storage means, it is possible to execute a special variation effect in which the stop display of decorative images is repeated as a special symbol variation effect. Therefore, it is possible to perform such a special variation effect without giving the player a sense of discomfort.

The gaming machine according to invention A5 is
The gaming machine according to invention A4,
The game machine is characterized in that the special variable performance includes a performance content in which the stop display of the decorative image is repeated a number of times corresponding to the number of reserved balls stored in the reserved ball number storage means. .

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, there is a special variation production whose content is to repeat the stop display of the decorative image for a number of times corresponding to the number of reserved balls stored in the number of reserved balls storage means. If this is done, it is possible to tease the player that a bonus will be awarded.

8...Display devices (special symbol display means)
11...First starting port (specific ball entry port)
12...Second starting port (specific ball entry port)
50a...Display unit 101...Game control microcomputer 101c...Game storage unit (reserved ball number storage means)
120... Production control unit (production execution means)
121...Microcomputer EZ1 for production control...Left production pattern (decoration image)
EZ2...Medium production design (decorative image)
EZ3...Right production pattern (decorative image)
G200…Composite image (second image)
G201...Character image (second image)
G202...Graphic image (second image)
KZ1...Left small pattern (1st image)
KZ2...Medium and small designs (first image)
KZ3…Right small pattern (1st image)
PY1...Pachinko game machine (gaming machine)

Claims (1)

special symbol display means that stops displaying the special symbol after varying the display;
A display section;
a benefit granting means for granting advantageous benefits to players;
A performance execution means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A special symbol variation effect can be executed on the display section along with the variable display of the special symbol,
During execution of the special symbol variation performance, the first image can be displayed on the display unit in a variable manner and then stopped;
A second image can be displayed on the display unit,
During execution of the special symbol fluctuation performance, there are times when the first image being displayed in a fluctuating manner switches from a fluctuating display to a static display and times when the first image does not switch at a timing when the second image is displayed on the display unit,
When the stop display of the special symbol by the special symbol display means is in a first stop mode, the benefit is given to the player, and when the stop display of the special symbol is in a second stop mode, the benefit is not given to the player; When the first image does not switch from the fluctuating display to the static display at the timing when the second image is displayed while the special symbol fluctuating effect is being executed in conjunction with the fluctuating display of the special symbol in which the static display becomes the first halting mode. There is,
A game characterized in that, during the execution of the special symbol variation effect, if the first image does not switch from a variable display to a static display at the timing when the second image is displayed, the benefit is subsequently provided. Machine.

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